SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN BREAST

 SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN

Introducing a delightful culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds: Sweet and Sour Chicken!

This beloved classic combines tender chicken pieces with a symphony of vibrant flavors, creating a dish that's both comforting and irresistibly delicious. With its perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, it's sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Prepare to embark on a journey of culinary mastery as we dive into the art of creating this sensational • dish. Each bite bursts with succulent chicken, coated in a luscious sauce that's sweet, tangy, and utterly addictive. The vibrant colors and aromas will awaken your senses and leave you craving more.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a cozy night in, Sweet and Sour Chicken is the perfect choice. It's quick and easy to prepare, yet impressively flavorful, making it ideal for any occasion.

So gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary escapade that's sure to delight your palate and leave you craving seconds!

Sweet and sour chicken breast with bell peppers is a dish featuring tender chicken breast pieces cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce typically made with ingredients like vinegar, sugar, and various seasonings. The addition of bell peppers adds color, flavor, and texture to the dish. It's a popular Chinese-inspired cuisine known for its contrasting flavors.

To prepare Sweet and Sour Chicken Breast with Bell Peppers, you'll need:

  • Cutting Board and Knife: For choppir the chicken, bell peppers, onions, a garlic.
  • Large Skillet or Wok: To cook the chicken, vegetables, and sauce.
  • Mixing Bowl: For combining the ingredients for the sweet and sour sauce.
  • Bowl for Mixing Cornstarch: If thickening the sauce with a cornstarch slurry.
  • Bowl for Serving: To serve the finished dish.

These basic kitchen tools should help you efficiently prepare and cook the sweet and sour chicken with bell peppers.


Preparation Time: 10 minutes 

Cooking Time: 35 minutes 

Difficulty: very easy

Servings: for 4 persons


Ingredients:

For Fried Chicken:

  • 500 grams Chicken Breast 
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced 
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika, optional 
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour (to thicken the sauce)
  • 1 large egg
  • Oil for frying 

For  The Sauce:
  • 1 can (250 grams) Pineapple Chunks 
  • 1/3 cup Ketchup 
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider Vinegar 
  • 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pc medium red bell pepper 
  • 1 pc med yellow bell pepper 
  • I pc med green bell pepper 
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large onion, quartered 
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar


Instructions:
  1. Cut the chicken breast into bite size or larger or according to your preference. Put them in a deep mixing bowl and add the spices, minced garlic, egg and flour. Mix well and set aside. 
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix together the ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce until well combined. Set aside.  
  3. Cooking the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, then remove it from the skillet and set it aside. 
  4. Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Add the sliced onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender. 
  5. Combine everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the pineapple chunks. 
  6. Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
  7. Stir everything together and let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Thicken the sauce: If the sauce needs further thickening, add the cornstarch-water mixture to the skillet.
  9. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional minute or until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
  10. Serve: Once the sauce has thickened and everything is heated through, remove from heat. Serve the sweet and sour chicken breast with bell peppers over rice or noodles. 

Enjoy your homemade sweet and sour chicken!



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