Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers

Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers are a delightful twist on a classic Chinese flavor combination, featuring tender chicken pieces marinated in a tangy sauce and grilled to perfection. Served on skewers, this gluten-free dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, cubed
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, cut into chunks
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, cut into chunks
• Pineapple chunks - 100 grams, fresh or canned
• Gluten-free soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Ketchup - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Skewers - 4 (soaked in water if wooden)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine gluten-free soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ketchup, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
2. Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, cover, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables and pineapple.
4. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated chicken, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and pineapple onto the skewers alternately.
6. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry.
7. Brush the skewers with the cornstarch slurry to help thicken the sauce while cooking.
8. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
9. Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Contains vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables and pineapple.

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