Skip takeout and make this tangy, and flavorful sweet and sour chicken at home! Coated in a light, golden batter and tossed in a homemade sweet and sour sauce, this dish is perfect for dinner and pairs well with steamed rice or fried rice.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- ½ cup ketchup
- ⅓ cup rice vinegar or white vinegar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, then coat in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry chicken until golden brown . Remove and drain on a paper towel.
2. Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce
- In a saucepan, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and brown sugar over medium heat.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and bell peppers. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens.
3. Combine & Serve
- Toss the chicken in the sweet and sour sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds (optional).
Pro Tips for the Best Sweet and Sour Chicken
✔ Double fry the chicken for extra crispiness!
✔ Use fresh pineapple for a naturally sweet flavor.
✔ If you prefer a healthier version, bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes instead of frying.
Would you like a spicy version of this dish? 🌶😊
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