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Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple

Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple

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Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a delightful combination of sweet and tangy tastes to your dining table. In just 35 minutes, you’ll prepare tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy cornstarch exterior and tossed with colorful bell peppers and juicy pineapple chunks in a rich sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, ensuring satisfaction with every bite. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s sure to please both kids and adults alike.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp pineapple juice
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then coat with cornstarch.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and pineapple juice. Pour over the chicken.
  4. Add diced bell peppers and stir to combine.
  5. Gradually stir in cornstarch mixed with water until the sauce thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
  6. Gently mix in pineapple chunks before serving hot over rice or noodles.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg