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Sweet and Sour Chicken

Cultural Context

Sweet and Sour Chicken is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, often enjoyed for its balance of flavors. It is commonly found in Chinese restaurants worldwide and is a staple in American Chinese cuisine. The dish typically features a vibrant sauce made from vinegar and sugar, creating a distinctive sweet and tangy taste that complements the chicken and vegetables. It is often served with rice or noodles, making it a satisfying meal.

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45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon baking powder

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: tofu

Thighs are juicier and more flavorful; tofu is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener; brown sugar is often less expensive.

1

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

2

Marinate chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch for 30 minutes.

3

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

4

Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.

5

Remove chicken and stir-fry bell peppers, onion, garlic, and ginger until tender.

6

Add pineapple and sugar to the pan, stirring to combine.

7

Return chicken to the pan and mix well with the sauce.

8

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

9

Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fryingmarinating

Equipment Needed

pancutting boardknifemixing bowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-FryChinese Sweet and Sour Chicken

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