Sara's Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sara's Sweet and Sour Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    958

Embark on a culinary journey with this vibrant Sweet and Sour Chicken! A symphony of succulent chicken, crisp vegetables, and tangy pineapple, all bathed in a luscious, homemade sauce. This one-pan wonder is ready in minutes and perfect over a bed of fluffy rice.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    53 g
  • Cholesterol
    94 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    33 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    710 mg
  • Sugar
    42 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large saucepan, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Gradually whisk in the flour until no lumps remain. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the diced bell peppers, celery, and sliced water chestnuts to the saucepan. Stir to coat with the sauce. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Gently fold in the cooked chicken strips. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Continue to cook and stir until the chicken and vegetables are heated through and the sauce is glossy. (3-5 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in the pineapple chunks just before serving to maintain their fresh flavor. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Serve hot over cooked rice. Enjoy!

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Try adding other vegetables such as broccoli florets, snap peas, or carrots for added nutrition and flavor.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 319 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Gonzalo Kohler

    I made this with leftover rotisserie chicken and it was a huge hit!

  • Otho Damore

    The sauce is amazing! I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Dagmar Hills

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loves it!

  • Dion Keeling

    I added some red pepper flakes and it was perfect for my taste.

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