A classic sweet and sour chicken dish with crispy chicken pieces tossed in a tangy, flavorful sauce with vegetables. Perfect for a homemade takeout-style meal.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour
Total Time:1 hour 20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Bake
Cuisine:Chinese-American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into cubes
1 cup cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
Instructions
Place cornstarch in a shallow dish and beaten eggs in another.
Dredge chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip into eggs.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until browned on all sides.
Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
In a bowl, mix sugar, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and add bell pepper, onion, and pineapple.
Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
Notes
Serve over steamed rice for a complete meal.
You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
Add extra vegetables like carrots or snap peas for more variety.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.