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Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken is a wonderfully flavorful dish that perfectly balances the tanginess of vinegar with the sweetness of sugar, all while letting the savory notes of chicken shine through.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Coat each piece with cornstarch, then dip it into the beaten eggs.
  2. Brown the Chicken:
  3. In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on all sides, but don’t cook it through. This will take about 3-4 minutes per side. Once browned, place the chicken in a single layer in a baking dish.
  4. Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder until well combined.
  6. Bake the Chicken:
  7. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken in the baking dish. Toss the chicken to ensure it’s fully coated in the sauce. Bake the chicken for 50-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat the chicken in the sauce as it bakes.
  8. Serve:
  9. Once the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened, remove it from the oven and serve it hot over rice or with your favorite vegetables.
  10. Prep Time:
  11. 15 minutes
  12. Cook Time:
  13. 1 hour (including baking)
  14. Total Time:
  15. 1 hour 15 minutes
  16. Nutrition (per serving):
  17. Calories: 450
  18. Total Fat: 14g
  19. Saturated Fat: 3g
  20. Cholesterol: 115mg
  21. Sodium: 450mg
  22. Total Carbohydrate: 53g
  23. Dietary Fiber: 1g
  24. Sugars: 39g
  25. Protein: 26g
  26. Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that come together to create a dish that’s both satisfying and delicious. The oven-baked method ensures the chicken stays tender and juicy while allowing the sauce to caramelize perfectly. Serve this dish with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.