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sweet and sour chicken recipe healthy

Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe Healthy

A lighter, flavorful version of classic sweet and sour chicken made with lean protein, fresh vegetables, and a homemade sauce for a balanced meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken breast diced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • For the Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking tray or air fryer
  • Skillet or wok
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare air fryer.
    sweet and sour chicken recipe healthy
  2. Coat chicken with cornstarch and place on baking tray.
  3. Bake for 18–20 minutes or air-fry for 12–15 minutes until golden.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and peppers.
  5. Add pineapple chunks and cook for 2 minutes.
    sweet and sour chicken recipe healthy
  6. Whisk sauce ingredients together and pour into skillet.
  7. Simmer until thickened, then add cooked chicken.
  8. Toss well and serve warm.
    sweet and sour chicken recipe healthy

Notes

  • Serve with brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding less or more honey.
  • For extra spice, add chili flakes.
  • Can also be adapted into a sweet and sour chicken wings recipe.sweet and sour chicken recipe healthy