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Chinese Sweet and Sour Chicken

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A delightful dish featuring crispy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy sauce, enhanced by colorful bell peppers and pineapple.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch (for coating)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Canola oil (for frying)
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh chopped pineapple (optional)

Instructions

  1. Create the sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth. In a separate bowl, blend cornstarch with a splash of water to create a slurry. Set aside.
  2. Prepare for frying: Heat canola oil in a skillet to 375°F. Season chicken pieces with salt, then dredge them in cornstarch, followed by the beaten egg and all-purpose flour.
  3. Fry the chicken: In batches, add coated chicken to the hot oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  4. Sauté vegetables: Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add onion, red and green bell peppers, and optional pineapple, sautéing over high heat for 3 minutes.
  5. Mix in the sauce: Pour the sauce and cornstarch slurry into sautéed vegetables, stirring continuously for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Combine and serve: Return the chicken to the pan, tossing to coat with sauce and vegetables. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes or using different vegetables like broccoli or snap peas. For a lighter option, bake the chicken instead of frying.

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