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Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken features juicy chicken coated in a tangy, sweet sauce. This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your cravings and impress your family. Perfect for any occasion, try making it tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Cornstarch
  • 3 beaten Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Canola oil
  • 1 cup Pineapple chunks
  • 1 cup Chopped peppers
  • 1/4 cup Pineapple juice
  • 2/3 cup Water
  • 1/3 cup Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Frying Pan
  • Large Pot
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Rinse chicken in water and cut into 1 inch cubes. Place cornstarch and eggs in separate bowls.
  3. Toss several pieces of chicken into the cornstarch to coat and then dip them in the eggs. Set chicken pieces aside on a plate and repeat until all pieces have been coated.
  4. Heat ¼ cup canola oil in a large pan and cook your chicken for a few minutes on each side until they are slightly browned but not cooked all the way. Place the chicken in a greased 9×13 pan. Set aside.
  5. For the Sauce: Combine pineapple juice, 2/3 cup water, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, soy sauce and ketchup in a medium pot and bring to a boil.
  6. Thicken sauce with cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup water stirring occasionally. Add desired amount of pineapple chunks and any optional ingredients. Pour evenly over the chicken.
  7. Bake for half hour turning the chicken at 15 minutes.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days to maintain freshness.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the cooked dish for up to three months. Just let it cool before transferring it to a freezer-safe container.
  • Pairing: Serve with steamed jasmine rice or fried rice to balance the flavors.
  • Customization: Feel free to add vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, or carrots for added nutrition and color.
  • Leftover Sauce: Consider saving any extra sauce for dipping your favorite appetizers or as a salad dressing.