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Sweet and Sour Chicken (halal)


  • Author: Mark Taylor
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Deliciously vibrant Sweet and Sour Chicken (halal) brings together juicy chicken, colorful veggies, and a tangy sauce for a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Fresh bell peppers (green, red, yellow)
  • Pineapple chunks
  • Low-sodium soy sauce
  • Brown sugar
  • Garlic cloves
  • Fresh ginger
  • Cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Chop chicken into bite-sized cubes and bell peppers into hearty pieces.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat; sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Add bell peppers and pineapple chunks; stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken mixture; stir gently to coat everything evenly.
  6. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Serve over rice or noodles.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize your dish by swapping out vegetables based on what you have at home. For added flavor and crunch, garnish with sesame seeds before serving.