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Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sweet and Sour Chicken is cubed chicken breasts that are fried to a golden brown and coated in homemade sweet and sour sauce.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Marinate
10 mins
Total Time
34 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 364 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • sweet and sour sauce
Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup water
  • Canola oil, for frying
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
  • green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and set aside.
  2. In a second large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, beaten eggs, and water. Whisk together to form a batter.
  3. Add the cubed chicken pieces to the batter and toss to coat. Marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Add about 2 inches of oil to a large pot. Heat the oil over medium-low heat until the oil reaches 350°F on a candy thermometer or deep-fry thermometer. If you drop a piece of batter into the oil, it should sizzle when it is ready.
  5. When ready, working in batches, slowly drop the marinated chicken in oil and fry until golden brown (3-4 minutes). Drain the chicken on a plate lined with a paper towel and set aside. Continue with the rest of the chicken. (Please note: The oil may need to be heated up to 350°F after each batch of chicken.)
  6. Add the fried chicken to the sweet and sour sauce and toss to coat. Top with sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional).

Notes

  • Sweet & Sour Sauce (clickable link)

Nutrition Information

Calories 364kcal (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 364

% Daily Value*

Calories 364kcal 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.