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Sweet and Sour Chicken

Savory Sweet and Sour Chicken Made Healthier at Home

This Sweet and Sour Chicken is a healthier take on a classic dish, made easy in the air fryer for a quick dinner solution.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Cut into 1" pieces
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Can be replaced with potato starch for gluten-free
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Can use sugar-free alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Shaoxing Wine Can replace with apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Light Soy Sauce Can use Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier alternative
  • 1/4 cup Water
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Minced
  • 1 medium White Onion Chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Chopped
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Oil Can use vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cut boneless skinless chicken thighs with vegetable oil and salt. Toss and let marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle cornstarch over the marinated chicken and toss until completely coated.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 450°F. Arrange the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with oil. Air fry for 8 minutes, flip, and cook an additional 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients until fully incorporated.
  5. In a skillet, heat peanut oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, then add onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened.
  6. Stir the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables, cook until thickened, then add the air-fried chicken, coating it with the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture. Letting it sit too long can cause the coating to soften.

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