Delicious Sweet & Sour Chicken for Home Cooks
This Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe balances juicy chicken and vibrant, tangy sauce, making it an ideal dish for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup bell peppers diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup onion sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add onions and bell peppers.
- Add pineapple chunks and cook for another 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- In a bowl, combine sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and cornstarch, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, stirring to combine all ingredients.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, mixing to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the chicken and veggies.
- Serve the sweet and sour chicken over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.