Sweet and Sour Chicken [ 25 min ]
This Sweet and Sour Chicken is a visual and culinary delight, combining the vivid colors of bell peppers and pineapples with the golden brown of tender chicken cubes. The balance of tangy and sweet flavors creates a harmonious taste that will excite and satisfy your palette. Designed to be prepared in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a delightful weekend treat. Enjoy a flavorful journey with this high-protein meal that promises to become a household favorite.
Ingrédients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 bell bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the cubed chicken breast with salt and black pepper.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the pineapple chunks and cooked chicken back into the skillet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtéines: 25gFat: 12gSucre: 15g
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