Description
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a vibrant and delicious dish that brings together tender, crispy chicken coated in a tangy sauce, complemented by colorful bell peppers and juicy pineapple. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its ideal balance of sweet and savory flavors, Sweet and Sour Chicken will leave your family and friends craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3–4 pieces)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, garlic, and a splash of vinegar.
- Combine chicken, bell peppers, and pineapple in the baking dish; drizzle the sauce over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot with extra sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg