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Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken

Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken
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Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken, a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken with a delightful sweet-tangy sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for busy families or anyone wanting to impress guests without the fuss of elaborate cooking. This homemade version is not only tastier than takeout but also allows you to customize it to your liking. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles for a complete meal everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar (packed)
  • 3 cloves garlic (pressed or finely minced)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch (for coating)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil (plus more if necessary)
  • 2 green onions (sliced into thin rounds) – Optional
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds – Optional

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, sesame oil, light brown sugar, garlic, cold water, and cornstarch until well combined.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and coat lightly with cornstarch.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches if necessary and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Reduce heat to medium and pour the sauce over cooked chicken. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
  5. Serve hot over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

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