EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN RECIPE (2025)

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Easy Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe. Non-breaded pieces of tender chicken breast, coated in fouringredientsweet and sour sauce with sauteed mushrooms and peppers and served with broccoli and rice.EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN RECIPE (1)

This easy sweet and sour chicken recipe.

It is so easy to make and tastes delicious!

The sauce has the perfect sweetness and consistency.

Happy Friday guys!

It feels pretty cold and windy around here and it is the perfect time to share this family favorite recipe with you.

I wanted to keep things nice and short todaybecause I had a tiny accident yesterday.

But I’ll quickly tell you what happened.

Yeah, it is nothing serious, but I’m in pain and can hardly use my left hand.

Which means typing this post is difficult and causes discomfort.

I will be taking a break for 2-3 daysbecause it is difficult to cook, clean up and wash dishes (place them in the dishwasher) with just my right hand.

What happened? My dog was chewing on a piece of paper towel and I got scared of him choking on it.

I tried pull it out.

Then he bit my left hand. He has a strong bite.

I started screaming, he opened his mouth,but it was too late.

To be more specific – the index middle and ring fingers were injured.

The fingernail on my ring finger is almost gone. I was in terrible pain and could not stop the blood.

Of course I was home alone and it was around rush hour (5 pm).

I went to Emergency Care by myself. I did not need stitches, but they cleaned the wounds and now I’m trying to keep them clean and take it easy.

I was never bitten by a dog and never had a displaced fingernail, but there is always a first time, right?

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But, this is not an authentic recipe.

I’m not an expert in Asian cooking and usually don’t have the ingredients for an authentic recipe in my fridge and pantry.

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This has been a family favorite recipe for years. I just changed it a little by adding sauteed mushrooms and peppers to the dish.

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I alsolike to skip the breading part.

Of course chicken tastes a little better when breaded, but it adds extra calories and cooking time.

If you use good quality fresh organic chicken, it will taste great even if not breaded.

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One more time, I would like to mention that this is not an authentic recipe. This is just the way I make it and my family likes it!

Have a great weekend and Happy Halloween!

I won’t be cooking this weekend 🙂

We have a surprise birthday party for a friend, but there will be mostly appetizers, which anyone could make.

The recipe makes enough sauce for 2 pounds of chicken.

I usually use 1 to 1 1/2 pounds of chicken and this way the dish has extra sauce.

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Easy Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe

By Lyubomira from CookingLSL

Easy Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe- non-breaded pieces of tender chicken breast, coated in four ingredient sweet and sour sauce with sauteed mushrooms and peppers and served with broccoli and rice.

Prep: 10 minutes mins

Cook: 20 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

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Ingredients

  • 1 to 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tbsp vegetable oil or more to saute the chicken, , mushrooms and peppers
  • 6 oz mushrooms of your choice, , sliced
  • 1 large red or yellow bell pepper, , sliced into strips
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

For the sauce:

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or 1 garlic clove, , minced
  • white rice for serving
  • steamed broccoli for serving

Instructions

For the sauce:

  • In a bowl combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, sugar, soy sauce and garlic. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved.

For the chicken:

  • Cut chicken into bite size pieces and season with salt and pepper.

  • Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil and cook chicken until no longer pink (30 seconds per side). Pour sauce over chicken and cook for 10 more minutes, stirring frequently until sauce has thickened.

  • In the mean time saute mushrooms in 1 tbsp vegetable oil, until liquid has almost evaporated. Transfer to a plate.

  • In the same pan cook peppers in 1 tbsp vegetable oil until lightly browned.

  • Cook rice (of your choice as much as you'd like). Steam 2 cups of broccoli.

To serve:

  • Add sauteed mushrooms and peppers to the chicken and sauce. Top with toasted sesame seeds. Serve chicken with rice and broccoli. Garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 458kcal, Carbohydrates: 46g, Protein: 27g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Cholesterol: 72mg, Sodium: 530mg, Potassium: 724mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 42g, Vitamin A: 255IU, Vitamin C: 23.2mg, Calcium: 60mg, Iron: 1.6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian

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FAQs

What is the batter made of in sweet and sour chicken? ›

Sweet and Sour Chicken Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make homemade sweet and sour chicken: For the sauce: water, pineapple juice from a can, white sugar, white vinegar, and orange food coloring. For the batter: cornstarch, self-rising flour, vegetable oil, an egg, salt, and white pepper.

What is sweet and sour sauce made of? ›

While sweet and sour can be found in diverse forms in China, the American version builds upon the simple mixture of sugar, vinegar, and spices with the addition of fruit juice—most commonly pineapple—and ketchup, giving the sauce both its red hue and uniquely Western flavor.

What is the difference between General Tso and sweet sour chicken? ›

General Tso's chicken and sweet and sour chicken are completely different dishes. Starting with the sauce, General Tso's chicken is a sweet, spicy, and slightly tangy while sweet and sour sauce is often served on the side and is just sweet and tangy.

What does sweet and sour chicken contain? ›

This easy Sweet and Sour Chicken is made with battered chicken, bell peppers, onion, pineapple, and a quick and easy Sweet and Sour Sauce. It's simple and a meal the whole family will enjoy.

What is chicken batter made of? ›

In a large bowl, thoroughly whisk together potato starch, all-purpose flour, black pepper, baking powder, salt, paprika, and cayenne, about 30 seconds. Whisk in the water until a smooth batter forms, about 30 seconds.

What is Chinese chicken batter made of? ›

To make the batter mix, you will need plain flour ( all-purpose flour ), corn starch, salt, baking soda, and water. Adding baking soda to the mixture creates a puffy, crispy texture. Plain flour and corn starch together make the perfect golden colour.

What is a substitute for vinegar in sweet and sour sauce? ›

Lemon or lime juice are the two most common substitutes for white vinegar. You can also use rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar or malt vinegar but the taste of your sauce might be a tad different. Soy Sauce – I used low sodium.

What can I use instead of pineapple juice in sweet and sour? ›

The balance of sweet and sour is key when it comes to replicating the taste of pineapple juice. Honey and lemon juice bring a great harmony of flavor that works especially well in sweet and sour savory dishes, sauces and marinades. Use a 1:2 ratio when substituting pineapple juice with honey and lemon juice.

What is grandfather chicken? ›

Grandfather's Chicken is typically prepared by marinating the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings. The marinated chicken is then either pan-fried or braised until it is cooked through and the flavors have infused into the meat.

Do Chinese eat sweet and sour chicken? ›

Do actual Chinese people living in China eat sweet and sour chicken? Yes, they actually do. The Chinese term for “sweet and sour” is “糖醋” (sugar-vinegar) - this is a rather common flavor in daily Chinese cooking in (many areas of) China. Sweet and sour chicken would be “糖醋鸡” (sugar-vinegar chicken).

What's the difference between orange chicken and sweet and sour chicken? ›

Orange chicken's flavors focus on the tang of oranges, which is complemented by spices like dried red chili flakes or chili sauce for a little kick. Sweet and Sour Chicken can be spicier, with chili paste or extra spices added for a stronger taste.

Does sweet and sour chicken contain pineapple? ›

Coat the chicken in the cornflour and add to the pan. Stir-fry for four minutes until very lightly coloured on all sides. Add the pineapple and sweet and sour sauce to the pan with the chicken and bring to a simmer over a medium heat.

What country is sweet and sour chicken from? ›

The origin of sweet and sour chicken was in the 18th century or even earlier from China. It spread to the United States in the early 20th century after the Chinese migrant gold miners and railroad workers turned to cookery as trades.

What is chicken tender batter made of? ›

The coating for the tenders consists of a wet batter, which includes milk, water, egg, flour, baking soda, and seasonings. The chicken is marinated in it for up to 24 hours then dredged in seasoned flour before going into the hot oil.

What is sweet and sour mix made of? ›

Sour mix (also known as sweet and sour mix) is a mixer that is yellow-green in color and is used in many cocktails. It is made from approximately equal parts lemon and/or lime juice and simple syrup and shaken vigorously with ice. This produces a pearly-white liquid with a pronounced flavor.

Do sweet and sour chicken balls contain milk? ›

Make the batter by whisking together the flower, bicarbonate of soda, salt, water and milk. Dip the chicken into the batter and then straight into oil heated to 170c. Cook the chicken balls for 5-6 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches at least 75c. drain onto some kitchen paper.

Does KFC use batter? ›

Step 2 Mix your flour and spices

While KFC won't be revealing its famous secret herb and spices blend (not even the staff know – it's locked away in a secret vault in the US), you can use our not-so-secret blend. The spices are mixed into flour which coats the chicken and becomes the crispy batter.

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