Sweet and sour curry chicken is a delightful fusion dish that blends the sweet and tangy flavors of Southeast Asian cooking with the rich, creamy textures of a classic Western curry. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, sure to tantalize your taste buds. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create this flavorful dish that will impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's dive into the exciting journey of making sweet and sour curry chicken!
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SWEET & SOUR CAPE MALAY CHICKEN CURRY
A mild and saucy, richly flavoured traditional South African curry with light sweet notes from the dates and lots of spices. This is a healthy dish best served hot with your favourite rice.
Provided by Berry Sweet Life
Categories Curry
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan heat 3 tbsp olive oil, then fry the onions, garlic and ginger until going golden. Then add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and curry powder and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken to the saucepan and cook for 4 minutes stirring often.
- Now add the tin of tomato, apple cider vinegar water and dates and simmer for 5 minutes. Then add the sweet potato and salt (optional) and simmer on a medium heat for another 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken and potatoes are cooked and tender. If the curry is too thick, stir in a little water at a time until it is the consistency you want.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
SWEET 'N' SOUR CURRY CHICKEN
A little mango chutney goes a long way in adding a zesty twist to chicken. I also add some curry powder to give the dish flair. -Carol Conrad, Edmonton, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the chicken, tomatoes, green pepper, onion, chutney and curry powder. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is no longer pink., Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 583mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN CURRY (HOT, SOUR & SWEET!)
Originally this was a recipe was from Feb 2007 Gourmet,but I DRASTICALLY changed it to a sweet+sour curry. I used tiny shells(cooled) to mix with the curry,+IT TURNED TASTING GREAT!
Provided by larry 2
Categories Curries
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook shells.
- In a separate large pot, combine mincemeat, vinegar, ginger, garlic, tomato paste, curries, lime juice, raisins and briskly simmer.
- Add chicken, all vegetables, and simmer 20 minutes; taste and correct seasonings.
- When done, let cool and then mix in cooked COOLED pasta WITH IT.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 597.3, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 19.7, Cholesterol 34.5, Sodium 367.5, Carbohydrate 68.6, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 23.3, Protein 23.8
SWEET AND SOUR CURRY CHICKEN FOR SLOW COOKER
Make and share this Sweet and Sour Curry Chicken for Slow Cooker recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bellinda
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 4h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add all the ingredients to the crock pot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.2, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 145, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 18.5, Protein 27.5
SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN CURRY
This is going to be a new dish for some of you, The chicken is cooked in a spice and mango chutney sauce. The dish is Balti in origin and should be cooked in a wok. Stun your friends with this one.
Provided by Brian Holley
Categories Curries
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl mix together the tomato puree with the yogurt, garam masala, chilli powder, garlic, mango chutney, salt and sugar.
- Heat the oil in a wok, pour in the spice mix, stir, reduce the heat and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the chicken, stir to coat all of the pieces and add the water.
- Cook for 6 mins till the meat is tender.
- Add half of the chillies and cream, cook 2 minutes.
- Serve garnished with the remaining chillies and the chopped coriander leaves.
SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN
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
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.
CHINESE SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN
A sweet marinade that is just so easy to make! I use this recipe whenever we bring dinner to another couple's house. I marinate it at home, then just cook it there. It's great with white rice.
Provided by Traveling_Is_Love
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 1h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, cornstarch, cold water, ginger, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Add chicken breasts to marinade and stir to coat.
- Pour the marinade and chicken into a 9x9-inch square baking dish.
- Cover and marinate chicken in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Bake chicken in marinade until meat is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 40 minutes, turning midway through cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 65.8 mg, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 1878.2 mg, Sugar 25.5 g
SWEET 'N' SOUR CHICKEN
This entree was served at a special dinner hosted by my Sunday school teacher. The ingredients are simple, but the chicken is tender and tasty. I serve it to company and am often asked for the recipe.-Christine McDonald, Riverdale, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place chicken in an 11x7-in. baking dish; set aside. In a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar, vinegar and soy sauce to a boil, stirring constantly. Add peppers; return to a boil. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into pepper mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over chicken., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-13 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reaches 170°. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 683mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN
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
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
HERBED SWEET 'N' SOUR CHICKEN
An interesting variation of the normal sweet and sour chicken.
Provided by Heather
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Mix rice and water in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, until rice is tender.
- In a medium bowl, blend the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, and vinegar. Mix in the thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, allspice, and black pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a medium baking dish, and coat with the olive oil mixture.
- Place chicken in the preheated oven, and, basting occasionally with the olive oil mixture, cook 30 minutes, or until no longer pink and juices run clear. Serve over the rice with remaining olive oil mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.7 calories, Carbohydrate 53.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1433.9 mg, Sugar 26.4 g
SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
CLASSIC SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN
Purchased sweet-and-sour sauce takes the work out of preparing this traditional dish, which tastes very much like the takeout version. "Before we were married, my husband surprised me by cooking this after a long day at work," recalls Holly Tittel of Great Bend, Kansas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, water, egg, baking powder, sugar, salt and pepper. In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°. Dip chicken into batter. Fry in oil, a few pieces at a time, for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweet-and-sour sauce, carrots, green pepper, onion and pineapple. Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Serve chicken and sauce with rice.
Nutrition Facts :
SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN I
Pan fried chicken cubes served with a sweet and sour sauce.
Provided by LINDAHU
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups water, sugar, vinegar, reserved pineapple juice, and orange food coloring. Heat to boiling. Turn off heat. Combine 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup water; slowly stir into saucepan. Continue stirring until mixture thickens.
- Combine flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt, white pepper, and egg. Add 1 1/2 cups water gradually to make a thick batter. Stir to blend thoroughly. Add chicken pieces, and stir until chicken is well coated.
- Heat oil in skillet or wok to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry chicken pieces in hot oil 10 minutes, or until golden. Remove chicken, and drain on paper towels.
- When ready to serve, layer green peppers, pineapple chunks, and cooked chicken pieces on a platter. Pour hot sweet and sour sauce over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.2 g, Cholesterol 160.1 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 59.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 758.6 mg, Sugar 23.6 g
PAN-FRIED SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN
Our quick, panfried version of classic Chinese-American dish can be cooked in 22 minutes or less. You can make it with chicken breasts or thighs.
Provided by Rhoda Boone
Categories 22-Minute Meals Takeout at Home Chicken Dinner Pineapple Bell Pepper Kid-Friendly Small Plates
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk cornstarch, pepper, and 1 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Pat chicken dry and cut into 1" chunks. Add to cornstarch mixture and toss to coat.
- Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick skillet over high. Add half of chicken and cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and a light brown crust forms, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, stir vinegar, honey, pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt in a medium bowl.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate or bowl. Heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil in skillet and cook remaining chicken, turning occasionally, 3 minutes. Add onion and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes more. Add sauce to skillet along with pineapple chunks and first batch of chicken. Toss well to coat in sauce and continue to cook until sauce is reduced and thickened, 1-2 minutes more.
- Divide chicken mixture among plates and top with scallion. Serve with rice alongside.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling later on.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your curry the best flavor. If possible, try to use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe: This recipe is a starting point, so feel free to adjust it to suit your own taste. For example, if you like your curry spicier, you can add more chili peppers. Or, if you prefer a sweeter curry, you can add more pineapple or mango.
- Serve with your favorite sides: Sweet and sour curry chicken can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables. Choose sides that you think will complement the flavors of the curry.
Conclusion:
Sweet and sour curry chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, this curry is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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