FAVORITE SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN

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I first tasted this yummy dish at our friends' home. I immediately asked for the recipe, and we've enjoyed it ever since. But we call it "favorite chicken" at our house! -Lori Burtenshaw, Terreton, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided
1 tablespoon sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup cornstarch, divided
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, sherry or broth, salt, garlic powder and ginger; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate 30 minutes. , Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Add enough water to juice to measure 1 cup. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch, sugar and pineapple juice mixture until smooth; stir in vinegar, ketchup and remaining soy sauce. Set aside., Drain chicken and discard marinade. Place remaining cornstarch in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., Stir pineapple juice mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and reserved pineapple; heat through. Serve with rice.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 571mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

hank pink
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This is my go-to recipe for sweet and sour chicken. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


gold Xandar XDMcKinstry
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This recipe was a disaster. The chicken was dry and the sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Okikiola Sulaimon
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I'm not a big fan of sweet and sour chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making this again.


chamling suren
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I would give this recipe a 10/10. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Topon Roy
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This is the best sweet and sour chicken recipe I have ever tried. The chicken was crispy and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Karabelo Letsitsa Precious
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The sauce was too thick and the chicken was overcooked.


Michelle Ugmares
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This recipe is easy to follow and the chicken turned out amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


mdtanzid ahmed
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious.


Tanveer waqar
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken and the sauce.


Kiwi Gray
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour.


BD gaming agim
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out great. The sauce was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Meerain Baloch
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This sweet and sour chicken was a hit with my family! The sauce was tangy and flavorful, and the chicken was crispy and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.