Sweet and Sour Chicken

This Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe offers a vibrant balance of tangy and sweet flavors, making it a delightful and healthy lunch option. Packed with colorful vegetables and lean chicken, it’s both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Pineapple chunks - 100 grams, fresh or canned in juice
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons, low sodium
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Cooked brown rice - 150 grams, for serving

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the diced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, onion, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender.
4. Add the pineapple chunks, honey, and rice vinegar to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing everything well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
6. Serve the sweet and sour chicken over cooked brown rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, supporting overall health.

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