Sweet and Sour Chicken Bites with Rice

Sweet and Sour Chicken Bites with Rice is a delightful dish that combines crispy chicken pieces coated in a tangy sweet and sour sauce, served over fluffy rice. This gluten-free recipe offers a burst of flavors and textures, perfect for a comforting supper.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Gluten-free cornstarch - 50 grams
• Egg - 1, beaten
• Vegetable oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Pineapple chunks - 150 grams, canned or fresh
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Tomato ketchup - 2 tablespoons
• White rice - 150 grams, uncooked

Steps

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook it according to package instructions, typically boiling in 300ml of water for about 15-20 minutes.
2. While the rice is cooking, prepare the chicken. In a bowl, coat the diced chicken pieces with cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten egg to coat evenly.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken bites and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, then add the minced garlic, grated ginger, diced red bell pepper, and pineapple chunks. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and tomato ketchup. Pour this sauce over the cooked vegetables and stir well.
6. Add the cooked chicken bites back into the skillet, tossing everything together to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
7. Serve the sweet and sour chicken bites over a bed of fluffy rice, garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Contains vitamins from bell peppers and pineapple, promoting overall health.

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