Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry

Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry

This sweet and sour chicken stir-fry is a version of the Asian-style favorite that includes carrots, bell pepper, garlic, and pineapple. The requisite soy sauce and vinegar add the sour to the sweet, and voila! Serve over hot cooked rice, if desired.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat – cubed
  • 1 cup carrot strips
  • ½ cup sliced green bell pepper
  • ½ cup sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until browned. Add carrot, bell peppers, and garlic; stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 2
Mix together soy sauce and cornstarch in a small bowl until well combined, then pour into the skillet. Stir in pineapple with juice, vinegar, brown sugar, and ginger. Bring to a full boil and cook until sauce is thickened.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

259
Calories
9g
Fat
20g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 259
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 12%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol59mg 20%
Sodium603mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate20g 7%
Dietary Fiber2g 7%
Total Sugars14g
Protein24g
Vitamin C31mg 157%
Calcium37mg 3%
Iron1mg 8%
Potassium394mg 8%

*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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