How to Make Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stir-fry dishes are a quick and convenient meal option for busy weeknights, and this Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry is no exception. Packed full of flavors and textures, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. The combination of tangy sweet and sour sauce, tender chicken, and crisp vegetables makes for a delicious and satisfying meal that can be on the table in under 30 minutes.

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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

Information

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

  • 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.
  • 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

    259 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 59mg
    • Sodium: 603mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 394mg