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I usually order sweet and sour chicken when I want a quick, flavorful meal. Maybe I had a late night, maybe I wanted to stay in, or maybe a craving hit and I just couldn’t let go of the idea of sinking my teeth into some fried chicken goodness. Whatever the reason, some part of me thought, “I can’t make Chinese food recipes<\/a> better than takeout.” But what if I could?<\/p>\n This sweet and sour chicken recipe cooks in only 15 minutes and uses a single pan, so cleanup is a breeze. It’s almost as easy as ordering takeout!<\/p>\n Sweet and sour chicken is a classic Chinese takeout dish that combines crispy fried chicken with a sticky, sweet, tangy sauce. The name comes from the combination of sugar and vinegar that gives the sauce a balanced flavor.<\/p>\n Most restaurant-style fried sweet and sour chicken<\/a> recipes use a fluffy tempura batter that requires a deep fryer. In this easy recipe for sweet and sour chicken, we coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch instead. That allows us to pan-fry the chicken in a skillet, creating perfectly crispy chicken for a fraction of the effort.<\/p>\n In a large shallow dish, combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce with the sherry, salt, garlic powder and ginger. Add the chicken and turn it to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.<\/p>\n Drain the pineapple chunks, reserving the juice and setting the pineapple aside. Add enough water to the juice to measure 1 cup. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch with the sugar and pineapple juice mixture until smooth. Stir in the vinegar, ketchup and remaining soy sauce. Set aside.<\/p>\n Drain the chicken, and discard the marinade. Place the remaining cornstarch in a large shallow dish. Add the chicken, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat.<\/p>\n In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken. Cook and stir until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm.<\/p>\n Stir the pineapple juice mixture and add it to the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, stirring, for two minutes or until thickened. Add the chicken and reserved pineapple to the pan and heat through. Serve the chicken and sauce with rice.<\/p>\n This recipe is best served fresh before it loses its crispiness. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n Chicken recipes will last up to four days in the refrigerator. Alternatively, you can freeze the chicken for up to three months.<\/p>\n Reheat leftover chicken in a covered baking dish in a 350\u00b0F oven until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165\u00b0, 15 to 20 minutes.<\/p>\n We use cornstarch to thicken the sauce recipe for sweet and sour chicken. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools, but if your sauce is still watery, try adding equal parts cornstarch and water to thicken the sauce<\/a>. If the reverse problem occurs and your sauce becomes too thick, add water to thin it out.<\/p>\n We like to serve this chicken recipe with hot cooked rice. Of course, you can always swap in easy fried rice<\/a> or cauliflower rice recipes<\/a>. Or, serve it over noodles like chicken lo mein<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In just under an hour, you can have a takeout-quality meal on the table and ready to eat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":1899777,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,305306,307335,307330,307344,305310,305271,304292,305487,303966,303887,306848,304188,304268,307307,304026,324623,304020,306799,304253,304005,304150,303883,304031],"categories-v2":[308623,309299,310372,310369,310376,313053,339174,308481,309216,308305,310796,308495,308478,309603,309536,259483,310342,308606,309177,308594,313044,309594,308549,309434,308476,308614],"coauthors":[341623],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Fried Sweet and Sour 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Serve the chicken and sauce with rice.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sweet-and-Sour-Chicken-FT23_33257_ST_6_27_2-1_FT-e1729706606412.jpg?fit=700,467"}],"recipeYield":"4 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Alyssa Asaro"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 524 calories","fatContent":"10g fat (1g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"63mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"575mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"77g carbohydrate (28g sugars","fiberContent":"2g fiber)","proteinContent":"28g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.6363635,"reviewCount":22,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"Asia, Chinese","review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2008-10-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBox"},"reviewBody":"I was doubtful when I saw the ketchup, but I must admit it was rather close to the dishes served in Chinese food restaurants. I added a green bell pepper and small onion to the recipe, and it tasted great!I didn't quite like the chicken marinade though. The chicken came out a little strange tasting, and the ginger was a bit too strong.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCar"},"reviewBody":"Our family loves this recipe ! It's better than any take-out ! We always double the recipe because everyone wants seconds!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-09-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleLobster"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is great, and it is so easy. I make it all the time. I also double the recipe because we like seconds.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanScissors"},"reviewBody":"I love sweet and sour chicken, so I was ecstatic to find such a delicious version! Has become a favorite!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCandy"},"reviewBody":"I have made this several times and everyone enjoys it. I add green pepper and pineapple tidbits instead of pineapple chunks. Sometimes I substitute pork for the chicken. My mother-in-law, who will be 98 in December, asks for this made with pork for her birthday dinner.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldFries"},"reviewBody":"The perfect weeknight meal - tasty, easy, and filling!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenAirBalloon"},"reviewBody":"Loved it! I will definitely be making it again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Red8Ball"},"reviewBody":"The sweet and sour sauce came out wonderfully, but the chicken was a little too salty for my liking. With a little tweaking of the marinade, this recipe will be perfect.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanDucky"},"reviewBody":"I loved it!!! Really yummy!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveTeepee"},"reviewBody":"I made this chicken tonight and I was skeptical but it turned out delicious.I would definitely share this recipe with others.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBucket"},"reviewBody":"Love, love, love it. My husband usually doesn't like sweet and sour recipes but he said \"it's a keeper!\"","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldRocket"},"reviewBody":"Wow, this was surprisingly easy. My husband and I loved it; the kids did not. I will definitely keep this recipe for those rare occasions that we have no kids.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-05-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueSnow"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is EASY, Tasty, and looks great! I will make this again. Was fun to make! My family loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-05-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenLeaf"},"reviewBody":"Oh my goodness - this tastes so good! So much better than I thought. Better than take out! hahaha no tipping. I added\/changed a couple things but this is a keeper! I used red wine instead of cider vinegar. I added 3\/4 of a green pepper sauted with a dash of olive oil & 1 1\/2 cups of frozen brocoili. I added the veg to the chicken and sauce at the very end. I topped the dishes after they were served with peanuts & a bit of sliced green peppers & toasted sesame seeds. Very kid friendly too - my three year old ate all of his small bowl full without any prompting :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-09-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBowtie"},"reviewBody":"I make this often. It is a favorite!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"Did not like this. It was bitter and too sweet.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBandAid"},"reviewBody":"Excellent recipe!! I made this for dinner and got so many compliments. Next time though, I would add the chicken just before you serve it. I added it too early and it got a little bit soggy","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveCocktail"},"reviewBody":"A little too sweet for me, but my six and three year olds loved it except for the cooked pineapple. I like the idea of adding some sauteed onion and green pepper.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBandAid"},"reviewBody":"My family and I did not like this dish. We thought it was too sour and the ketchup flavor was too strong. Only 1 person out of 11 people loved it, everyone else thought it was either ok or couldn't finish it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleChefHat"},"reviewBody":"Great! I added some stir fried green peppers and onions.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCupcake"},"reviewBody":"This one is a keeper. I added sauteed onions and bell peppers. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBandAid"},"reviewBody":"I have made this dish several times over the years since I first saw it in Healthy Cooking and my husband and father both enjoyed it. I have added green peppers and onions to the recipe if I have them on hand.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"33257","romance_copy_dek":"Our sweet and sour chicken recipe includes a homemade sauce made with pineapple, soy sauce and a hint of ketchup to round out the flavors. 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Sweet and Sour Chicken Ingredients<\/h2>\n
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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Marinate the chicken<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Make the sauce<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Cook the chicken<\/h3>\n
Step 4: Finish the sauce<\/h3>\n
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Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Sweet and Sour Chicken<\/h2>\n
How long does sweet and sour chicken last?<\/h3>\n
How do you reheat sweet and sour chicken?<\/h3>\n
Sweet and Sour Chicken Tips<\/h2>\n
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How can you thicken the sauce for this chicken recipe?<\/h3>\n
How do you serve sweet and sour chicken?<\/h3>\n