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Sweet and Sour Chicken

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PREP TIME
20 min
COOKING TIME
45 min
TOTAL TIME
95 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks - drained with juice reserved
  • 1/3 cup tomato soup
  • 1 carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 onion, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced
Instructions
1
Place chicken cubes in a container and immerse them in soy sauce for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat effectively.
2
Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, preparing it for the sizzling action that's about to unfold.
3
Carefully extract the chicken from its marinade and cook it in the skillet, stirring constantly until the meat reaches a safe internal temperature and the juices flow freely.
4
Transfer the chicken to a separate plate, setting it aside for now as we continue with the sauce preparation.
5
In the same skillet, combine vinegar, sugar, and 1/2 cup of water over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely to create a smooth base for our sauce.
6
In another bowl, whisk together cornstarch and 1/2 cup of water to create a smooth paste that will help thicken our sauce.
7
Gradually add this cornstarch mixture to the vinegar mixture, stirring constantly as it warms up and becomes more syrupy.
8
Introduce pineapple juice and tomato soup into the mixture, stirring gently as it simmers for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
9
Add sliced carrots, onion, and bell pepper to the mixture, stirring occasionally as it cooks for 20 to 25 minutes or until the sauce reaches a reddish-yellow hue and the vegetables are tender.
10
Add chunks of pineapple to the sauce and stir in cooked chicken, allowing it to heat through for 2 to 4 minutes before serving.