With its perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, this Sweet and Sour Chicken Copycat recipe will transport you right back to your favorite Chinese takeout spot in the comfort of your own kitchen. Forget the delivery, because you can whip up this delicious dish in no time. So, put your apron on, grab your ingredients, and get ready to impress your family and friends with this homemade version of a classic favorite.
**Sweet and Sour Chicken Copycat Recipe**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 cup pineapple chunks
– 1 green bell pepper, chopped
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped
– 1 onion, diced
– 1 cup cornstarch
– 2 eggs, beaten
– 1 cup white vinegar
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup ketchup
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Cooking oil for frying
**Instructions:**
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup of cornstarch. Toss the chicken until evenly coated.
2. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Dip each cornstarch-coated chicken piece into the beaten eggs, then carefully place them into the hot oil. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. In a separate pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the pineapple chunks, white vinegar, sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce until well combined.
5. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the vegetables in the pan. Stir and let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
6. Add the fried chicken to the sweet and sour sauce mixture. Gently toss everything together until the chicken is coated with the sauce and the vegetables are evenly distributed.
7. Serve hot over a bed of steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with additional pineapple chunks if desired.
Enjoy your homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken, a delightful combination of crispy chicken, colorful peppers, and a flavorful sweet and tangy sauce that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or for impressing guests at your next gathering. So go ahead and savor every bite of this comforting and delicious dish that you can now easily recreate in your own kitchen.
