For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. If you prefer fresh pineapple, use about 1 cup of fresh pineapple chunks. You may need to add a splash of pineapple juice or water to achieve the desired sauce consistency. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS1.8K
Experience the vibrant dance of sweet and tangy flavors in this classic Asian-inspired stir-fry. Tender chicken is paired with crisp vegetables and juicy pineapple, all coated in a luscious homemade sweet and sour sauce. A delightful explosion of taste and texture that's quick enough for a weeknight, but impressive enough for company.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Cholesterol59 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein24 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium603 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Prepare the chicken and vegetables: Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes, julienne the carrots, and thinly slice the bell peppers. Mince the garlic. (Prep time: 15 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Sear the chicken and vegetables: Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry until browned on all sides. Add the carrots, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly tender-crisp. (Cook time: 8 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and cornstarch until smooth. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Combine and simmer: Pour the soy sauce mixture into the wok or skillet with the chicken and vegetables. Stir in the pineapple with its juice, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and ground ginger. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes. (Cook time: 5 minutes)
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Elliot Leuschke
Mar 29, 2025I found the sauce a little too thick, so I added a splash of water. It was perfect after that.
Tyrell Lindgren
Feb 19, 2025I used fresh pineapple and it made a huge difference!
Fabiola Walsh
Apr 30, 2024This recipe is a weeknight winner! Quick, easy, and the whole family loves it.
Kiarra Swaniawskijacobs
Dec 2, 2023I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat. Delicious!
Cloyd Stiedemann
Sep 15, 2023This is my go-to sweet and sour chicken recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Kattie Krajcik
Nov 2, 2022I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I usually have on hand.
Roxane Heidenreich
Jun 21, 2022The sauce was perfectly balanced. Not too sweet, not too sour.
Jeanne Dach
Apr 18, 2022My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this!