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Try Skillet Sweet and Sour Chicken for an easy weeknight recipe that the whole family will enjoy.

Easy Skillet Sweet and Sour Chicken

Make your favorite Asian take out meal in just 20 minutes and with half the fat and calories!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 large eggs
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 lb. boneless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 6 Tablespoons ketchup
  • 1/3 c. water
  • 3 Tablespoons vinegar I used red wine vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 c. broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 c. pineapple tidbits in pineapple juice
  • 2 teaspoons ginger grated
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 green onions cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Combine the egg and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a large bowl. Whisk. Add the chicken and toss to coat.
  • In a small bowl combine the ketchup, water, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and remaining cornstarch. Whisk to combine.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet and heat over medium high heat. Add the bell pepper and broccoli and cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add in the pineapple, ginger, and green onions. Cook for 2 minutes. Transfer the vegetable mixture into a medium bowl.
  • Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Add the chicken. Stir fry for 6-8 minutes or until chicken is browned. Add the sweet and sour mixture to the pan.
  • Bring to a simmer. Simmer for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Sprinkled with pepper and serve over rice.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Cooking Light