Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple and Bell Peppers

Enjoy a delightful balance of flavors with this sweet and sour chicken dish featuring juicy pineapple and vibrant bell peppers.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 bell peppers, sliced (use red and green for color)
• 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
• 1/3 cup white vinegar
• 1/3 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon water to form a slurry
• 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

1. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1/2 cup of cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in batches and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. In a bowl, mix together the white vinegar, ketchup, and brown sugar. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and pineapple.
6. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the cooked chicken back to the skillet.
7. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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