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This sweet and sour chicken recipe features cubes of crispy chicken served with a homemade sweet-and-sour pineapple sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups water, divided
- 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained (juice reserved)
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ½ cup distilled white vinegar
- 2 drops orange food color
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 ¼ cups self-rising flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 ½ cups water
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
- 2 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
Directions
Step 1
Combine 1 1/2 cups of water, reserved pineapple juice, sugar, vinegar, and orange food coloring in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; set aside.
Step 2
Mix 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup water together in a small bowl until smooth; pour into the sauce, stirring continuously, until slightly thickened.
Step 3
Place flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, egg, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl; gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups water to make a thick batter.
Step 4
Add chicken pieces; stir until well coated.
Step 5
Heat oil in a large, deep skillet or wok to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry chicken pieces in preheated oil until golden, about 10 minutes; remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 6
Layer green peppers, pineapple chunks, and cooked chicken pieces on a platter; pour hot sweet and sour sauce over top.
Step 7
Serve hot and enjoy!
Editor’s Note
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 639 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat18g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol160mg | 53% |
| Sodium759mg | 33% |
| Total Carbohydrate56g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber2g | 6% |
| Total Sugars24g | |
| Protein59g | |
| Vitamin C29mg | 147% |
| Calcium159mg | 12% |
| Iron4mg | 21% |
| Potassium742mg | 16% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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