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Sweet & Sour Ground Chicken

Sweet & Sour Ground Chicken

A quick and flavorful dish combining sweet and tangy elements that makes for a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced for tender bites that absorb the sauce beautifully
For the Stir-Fry
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced to add aromatic warmth and depth
  • 1 cup bell peppers diced in mixed colors for vibrancy
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned, providing sweetness
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce enhances umami without overwhelming saltiness
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar adds sweetness and balances acidity
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar brings a tangy kick
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil neutral oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell peppers, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and pineapple chunks in a bowl.
  5. Pour the mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds for added crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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