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Crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

Crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
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This recipe for Crispy Sweet and Sour Chicken combines tender chunks of chicken with colorful bell peppers and a delicious sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for a homemade Chinese takeout night!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1½ pounds boneless chicken breast or thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs (beaten)
  • Salt & pepper (to season)
  • Oil for frying

For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:

  • 1 cup canned pineapple juice
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes (optional)

For the Vegetables:

  • 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 small onion (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Dredge in cornstarch, then dip into beaten eggs.
  2. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high. Fry chicken in batches until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce: In a small pot, mix sugar, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: In a clean pan, lightly stir-fry peppers, onions, and pineapple. Add the fried chicken back into the pan.
  5. Combine and Serve: Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken and veggies. Toss quickly to coat everything evenly. Serve hot over white rice or fried rice. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Notes

  • You can customize the vegetables in this dish based on your preferences. Try adding carrots, snow peas, or water chestnuts for extra crunch!
  • Adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the sauce by varying the amount of sugar or vinegar to suit your taste.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of cornstarch in the slurry.

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