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Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple

Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple
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There’s something truly magical about the balance of sweet and tangy flavors in Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple. This vibrant dish combines succulent chicken with juicy pineapple chunks and colorful bell peppers, all enveloped in a glossy sauce that’s both satisfying and delightful. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings everyone together around the table. In just 35 minutes, you can create a delicious meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, 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 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 medium onion, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces and measuring out your sauces.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the coated chicken pieces to the pan in one layer and fry until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside on paper towels.
  4. Lower the heat to medium-low and add ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and pineapple juice to the same pan; stir well.
  5. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the cornstarch-water mixture to thicken further.
  6. Fold in the fried chicken pieces, pineapple chunks, diced bell peppers, and onion (if using). Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Serve hot over rice or quinoa.

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