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PINEAPPLE SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Pineapple Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, soy sauce, cornstarch, large egg, pineapple, vegetable oil, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, white onion, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sugar, ketchup, white rice, scallion, sesame seed

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 ½ lb chicken breast, chopped into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup cornstarch, plus 1 tbsp, divided
1 large egg
1 pineapple
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup white onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup sugar
3 tablespoons ketchup
white rice, cooked, for serving
scallion, sliced, for garnish
sesame seed, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 egg. Cover and marinate in the fridge for 20 minutes.
  • Cut the pineapple in half lengthwise and carefully cube the fruit in each half, leaving the outside of the pineapple intact. Scoop out the cubed pineapple and set aside.
  • Place the remaining cup of cornstarch in a separate large bowl and toss the marinated chicken pieces until liberally coated. Shake off excess.
  • Fill medium pot halfway with oil and heat until the oil reaches 350˚F (180°C).
  • Fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes, until the coating is golden brown and the chicken is cooked throughout. Transfer to a wire rack set over paper towels to drain.
  • To make the sauce, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a medium frying pan over a medium heat. Sauté the bell pepper and onion for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the vinegar, sugar, and ketchup, and stir. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Add the pineapple cubes and warm thorough.
  • Add the chicken to the frying pan and toss to coat with the sauce.
  • Scoop the mixture into the hollowed out pineapple along with a scoop of rice.
  • Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 31 grams

SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN NOODLES RECIPE BY TASTY



Sweet-and-sour Chicken Noodles Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, pepper, garlic, red pepper, soy sauce, ketchup, cider vinegar, noodle, sesame seed

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic
1 red pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
9 oz noodle, cooked
sesame seed, to garnish

Steps:

  • Sear the chicken until golden brown in the pan with the salt and pepper. Take out and set aside.
  • In the same pan, fry the garlic and red pepper for a couple of minutes before stirring in the soy sauce, ketchup, and vinegar.
  • Add the chicken and noodles, and mix together for another couple of minutes.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 3 grams

SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breast, salt, pepper, cornstarch, eggs, oil, oil, garlic, bell pepper, cider vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, sugar, scallion, sesame seed

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
oil, to fry
1 tablespoon oil
½ tablespoon garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
¾ cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
¼ cup ketchup
½ cup sugar
scallion, chopped
sesame seed

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Coat with cornstarch, dip in beaten egg.
  • Fry until golden, crispy and cooked through. Set aside. Dab with paper towel if greasy.
  • In a large pan, heat oil and fry garlic until fragrant.
  • Add the bell pepper, cider vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup and sugar. Bring to a boil.
  • When the sauce has thickened, add the fried chicken. Toss to coat.
  • Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice.
  • Nutrition Calories: 2960 Fat: 261 grams Carbs: 77 grams Fiber: 1 grams Sugars: 44 grams Protein: 75 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 22 grams

SWEET-AND-SOUR POPCORN CHICKEN



Sweet-and-Sour Popcorn Chicken image

This sweet and sour chicken dish is one you'll find yourself returning to again and again. Pre-cooked, frozen popcorn chicken simmered in a thick, homemade sweet-and-sour sauce is the secret to this fast and fabulous recipe. And what a great way to dress up frozen chicken nuggets! -Amy Corlew-Sherlock, Lapeer, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces) frozen popcorn chicken
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Hot cooked rice, optional
Optional toppings: green onions and sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Microwave chicken according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add green pepper and onion; stir-fry until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Drain pineapple, reserving the juice in a 2-cup measuring cup; set pineapple aside. Add enough water to the juice to measure 1-1/3 cups; stir in vinegar, soy sauce and ketchup. , In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in pineapple juice mixture until smooth. Gradually add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in chicken and pineapple; heat through. If desired, serve with rice and sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 1143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN



Sweet-and-Sour Chicken image

My husband and I moved to the country 10 years ago, and I love it! We keep busy with daily chores, so I appreciate quick and easy meals like this.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 medium green peppers, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup crushed pineapple with syrup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper; coat chicken. In a skillet, saute chicken in 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Remove and set aside. , Saute the celery, green peppers and onion in remaining oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Return chicken pan. Combine the ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple and brown sugar; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken image

This a really easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy! Serve over rice.

Provided by wmbloomer

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 green bell peppers, diced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup ketchup
½ cup lemon juice
½ cup crushed pineapple with syrup
⅓ cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Roll and coat chicken cubes in flour mixture.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until not longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes; remove and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir celery, green peppers, and onion in heated oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet.
  • Whisk ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple, and brown sugar in a bowl; pour into the skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir chicken and vegetables in sauce until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 870.1 mg, Sugar 31.6 g

SWEET-SOUR CHICKEN DIPPERS



Sweet-Sour Chicken Dippers image

Meet the Cook: Since you can chop up all the ingredients the night before, this can be ready in about 30 minutes. So it's a great after-work dinner. You can also serve it as a snack or an appetizer...similar to chicken nuggets. I've even substituted quail for the chicken, and it was delicious. Next, I may try it with pork! -Kari Caven, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch
BATTER:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/3 cups cold water
Oil for deep-fat frying
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. In a large saucepan, combine sugar, tomatoes, vinegar, onion, green pepper, soy sauce, ginger and pineapple. Simmer for 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cornstarch and the reserved pineapple juice until smooth; add to tomato mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; set aside. , For the batter, in a small bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and water until smooth. , In a deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Dip chicken pieces in batter; drop into oil and fry about 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and juices run clear. Serve immediately with sweet-sour sauce.

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