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Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

Dmitri Magi
Calories: Approximately 505 per serving (including rice) | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 70g | Fat: 8g
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 2
Calories 505 kcal

Equipment

  • Large frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken & Stir Fry:
  • 300 g chicken breast fillets diced
  • 3 tablespoons cornflour
  • 1/2 diced red pepper
  • 1/2 diced green pepper
  • 1 diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • A few pineapple chunks I use the tin of pineapple chunks in juice
  • For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
  • 100 ml pineapple juice from the tin
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Instructions
 

  • First, I prepare the sweet and sour sauce by combining the pineapple juice, tomato puree, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce in a bowl. I mix it well and set it aside for later.
  • Next, I coat the diced chicken breast fillets with 3 tablespoons of cornflour until they are evenly coated. This helps to make the chicken crispy when cooked. I then heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat and spray it with a little oil. Once the pan is hot, I add the chicken in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. I let it cook for about 2-3 minutes without stirring to let it brown nicely on one side, then I turn it over to cook the other side until it’s fully cooked.
  • Once the chicken is browned and cooked through, I transfer it to a plate and set it aside.
  • In the same frying pan, I add the pineapple chunks first and let them cook for a few minutes until they caramelize. Then, I toss in the diced onion and peppers and stir-fry them for a couple of minutes until they start to soften.
  • Next, I pour the sweet and sour sauce over the vegetables in the pan. As the sauce begins to thicken, I add the cooked chicken back into the pan and toss everything together until it’s well combined and heated through.

Notes

When cooking the chicken, be careful not to overcrowd the pan, as this can prevent the chicken from browning properly. Also, watch the vegetables closely to avoid burning, especially when adding the sauce, as it can thicken quickly.