Quick and Simple! Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

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Quick and Simple! Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

Cooking sweet and sour chicken doesn’t have to be complicated. With concise ingredients, basic kitchen tools, and quick steps, you can create a special dish anytime. It’s suitable for lunch, dinner, or a convenient, packed meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings: 4

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Prepare the following ingredients for 4 servings:
500 grams chicken breast cut into 3–4 cm cubes
2 cloves garlic minced
1 thumb-sized piece of ginger about 2 cm, bruised
1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
½ onion thinly sliced crosswise
2 tablespoons tomato sauce ketchup
2 tablespoons chili sauce optional, for mild heat
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
5 tablespoons chicken broth or plain water
1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons cooking oil for sautéing

Equipment

Sharp knife & cutting board – for cutting chicken, vegetables, and seasonings.
Large bowl – for mixing chicken slices with basic seasonings (salt & pepper).
Wok or heavy frying pan – ideal for sautéing ingredients and thickening the sauce.
Spoon and wooden or silicone spatula – used to stir without damaging ingredients during cooking.
Small bowl – for making the cornstarch slurry.
Strainer or paper towels – useful if you want to remove excess oil from fried chicken.
Stovetop – for cooking.

Method

Prepare the Chicken Wash the cut chicken, drain, then season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat one tablespoon of oil in a wok, then stir-fry the chicken until it changes color—it doesn’t need to be fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Seasonings In the same wok, add two tablespoons of oil and sauté the minced garlic and bruised ginger until fragrant and slightly softened. Add the sliced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion. Stir well and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crunchy.
Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce Pour the tomato sauce, chili sauce (if desired), sugar, and vinegar into the wok. Stir until thoroughly combined and the sugar dissolves. Add the broth or water, stir gently, and let it simmer briefly to meld the flavors.
Thicken and Combine Flavors Stir in the cornstarch slurry continuously to ensure the sauce thickens evenly. Return the chicken to the wok, stirring gently so the sauce thoroughly coats the meat. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 1–2 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is glossy.
Serving Transfer the sweet and sour chicken to a serving plate, garnish with chopped spring onions (optional) or toasted sesame seeds for extra aroma. Serve hot.
Highlighting the fresh taste from the vinegar and the sweetness from the sugar and tomato sauce, harmoniously blended with the crispy chicken texture, this sweet and sour chicken is perfect served with a plate of warm rice or French fries. This recipe is ready to become a family favorite.

Notes

Vegetable alternatives: You can add thinly sliced carrots or pineapple chunks to make the sweet and sour chicken richer and more complex in flavor.

Sweet and sour chicken is a timeless favorite dish. The combination of fresh, sweet, and slightly tangy flavors provides a distinctive sensation suitable for any occasion, whether it’s for a family lunch or a relaxed dinner. The good news is you don’t need to be a professional chef to prepare it. With this simple recipe and quick cooking time, anyone can create this sweet and sour chicken dish in their home kitchen. Follow the step-by-step instructions, complete with ingredients, necessary tools, and even its nutritional value. It’s perfect for those who want to eat well without the fuss!

Nutritional Content in Sweet and Sour Chicken

For one serving of sweet and sour chicken (approximately 200–250 grams of finished dish), the estimated nutritional content is as follows:

Calories: ± 380–420 kcal
Protein: ± 28–32 grams
Fat: ± 12–15 grams (from chicken & cooking oil)
Carbohydrates: ± 35–40 grams (from sugar and tomato sauce)
Fiber: ± 3–4 grams (from bell peppers & onion)
Salt & Sodium: moderate; use low-sodium salt if necessary.

This recipe provides a balanced nutritional combination: high protein from chicken, vitamins and fiber from vegetables, and carbohydrates for energy. For a healthier profile, use olive oil or canola oil, and replace granulated sugar with natural sweeteners like honey.

Why You Should Try This Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

Now you have a complete guide to making simple and quick sweet and sour chicken. Not only is this recipe delicious, but it’s also nutritious and practical, making it an ideal choice for a daily family meal. With readily available ingredients, basic kitchen tools, and efficient cooking time, this sweet and sour chicken dish can be the perfect solution when time is limited but you still want to serve something special.

You can make this chicken dish even healthier for your family by selecting high-quality ingredients. Use Olagud probiotic chicken, which is healthier and safer because it’s raised using modern farming methods and its quality is meticulously maintained.

Don’t hesitate to experiment with additional vegetables or your favorite flavors. Go ahead and try this sweet and sour chicken recipe at home and experience how easy and enjoyable it is to cook delicious food from your own kitchen.

Enjoy trying this simple recipe—we hope it becomes a new favorite at your dining table!