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Easy 30-min. Sweet & Sour Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken with a tangy sweet and sour sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed

Vegetables

  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks

Sauce ingredients

  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup ketchup
  • 0.25 cup sugar
  • 0.25 cup vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Other

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • cooked rice for serving cooked rice

Instructions 

  • Mix soy sauce, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch to make the sauce.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken until browned, 5-7 minutes. Add onions and peppers; stir-fry 3-4 minutes.
  • Add pineapple and sauce; cook 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  • Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken