Sweet and Sour Chicken 🐓

Last week I made some homemade sweet and sour chicken. Don’t get me wrong, I love the stuff from our local Chinese place, but making it at home is satisfying and saves you money. 🙌🏻

I will sometimes make this without going through all the hassle of breading/dredging the chicken too. Meaning, I just cut up and cook the chicken breasts, make the sauce and then rice! ☺️

Honestly, there’s no wrong way to eat it!

If you make this recipe, let me know what you think about it below! 👇🏻

Enjoy! ❤️

#Lemon8Diary #homecooking #chicken

2024/3/11 Edited to

... Read moreSweet and sour chicken is a beloved dish that combines the flavors of tangy and sweet in one delicious bite. If you're looking to recreate this classic Chinese takeout at home, start by selecting fresh chicken breasts. Cut them into bite-sized pieces for a quicker cooking time. The key to perfecting the sweet and sour sauce lies in balancing the sugar and vinegar; use white vinegar for a crisp tartness, and add a touch of soy sauce for depth. Once your chicken is cooked through and the sauce is simmering, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This dish pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or stir-fried vegetables. For a twist, consider adding bell peppers or pineapple chunks to the mix for extra flavor. Share your sweet and sour chicken creations and variations with others, and explore alternative methods such as baking or grilling the chicken for a healthier option. Enjoy your homemade takeout experience!

Related posts

Sheet Pan Sticky Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
Get ready for a delicious and easy-to-make meal with this sheet pan sweet and sour chicken recipe. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner! Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup pineap
foodandrecipes

foodandrecipes

65 likes

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN
EP 1 | SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN #chicken #Takeout #cooking #easyrecipes #cravingssatisfied
Miss A Cooks | Recipes

Miss A Cooks | Recipes

1935 likes

My lazy sweet n sour chicken
Sweet n sour chicken at home #lemon8food @Lemon8 Food #sweetnsourchicken #summermealideas #easydinnerideas
Kendall

Kendall

2266 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken 🍗🫑🍍 Sharing a leaner and cleaner version of takeout sweet and sour chicken that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep! It is high in protein, packed with flavor, and comes together in less than an hour. I use a process called “”velveting” to make the chicken brea
Matt Santos

Matt Santos

256 likes

Sweet-and-Sour Chicken w/ Pineapple🍗🍍
Let me know if you try it!!! Ingredients (measurements listed on picture) • red wine vinegar • orange juice • sugar • ketchup • soy sauce • corn starch • chicken breasts • oil • minced garlic • pineapple slices #lemon8food @Lemon8 Food #Lemon8Diary #sweetandsourchicken #
Maggie

Maggie

148 likes

Sweet & Sour Chicken Bites 🍗🍅✨👉 Full step-by-step guide in the slides
👨‍🍳 Ingredients • Chicken breast • Egg • Cornstarch • Ketchup • White vinegar • Sugar • Cooking wine • Cucumber • Salt & oil 📝 Steps 1. Marinate chicken cubes with 1 tbsp cooking wine, 1 egg, 3 tbsp cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Mix well. 2. In another bowl, mix 2 tbsp k
A's daily

A's daily

308 likes

Sweet and sour chicken
#SweetAndSourChicken #HealthyLifestyle #HealthyEating #HomemadeGoodness #healthyrecipeideas
healthy lifestyle

healthy lifestyle

160 likes

Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas! Easy & delicious😋
Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas 🤤 Ingredients: 1 block cream cheese 2 cups sour cream 1 tbsp chicken bouillon 1 tsp onion salt 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp cumin 2 4oz cans green chiles 1 cup Muenster cheese 3-4 cups rotisserie chicken 1 packet chicken fajita seasoni
Freddsters

Freddsters

5215 likes

A close-up of sweet and sour chicken pieces, coated in a glossy orange sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds, with the word "Chicken" overlaid.
A single piece of sweet and sour chicken, coated in sauce and sesame seeds, held by black chopsticks, with the word "Nice" overlaid.
A six-panel collage illustrating the steps to make sweet and sour chicken, including marinating, battering, frying, making the sauce, and combining them.
Healthy Sweet & Sour Chicken: Tangy & Tender
🍗 Today, I’m sharing a tangy and sweet homemade dish — Sweet and Sour Chicken Breast! It's not only flavorful but also low-fat and healthy, perfect for those on a fitness or weight loss journey. 🌟【Recipe Highlights】 1. Tangy & Sweet: The sweet and sour sauce pairs perfectly with tender
Chinese Cook

Chinese Cook

983 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken!
⭐️Overall rating: 10/10: Sweet and Sour Chicken was AMAZING! Added rice and edamame for two simple sides. Recipe is available on my Microsite (link in bio!)! #cookingforone #easyrecipes #cookingaftercorporate #youngprofessional #sweetandsourchicken
Greta | Recipes and Good Eats

Greta | Recipes and Good Eats

11 likes

sweet and sour chicken
Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe For the Chicken 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garlic salt 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp caramelized onion seasoning (or substitute with extra onion powder + pinch of sugar) 1 tsp red pepper
recipes of culture with coco

recipes of culture with coco

15 likes

Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken!
One of my favorites recently! Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken. 😊 #EasyDinner #DinnerIdeas #HomeCooking #BudgetFriendly #EasyRecipes #FamilyMeals
Tessa Caron

Tessa Caron

12 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken
1 pound of boneless chicken breast or thighs cut in cubes 1 cup of cornstarch 1 tsp Ginger powder 1 tsp Garlic powder 1 tbsp Five Chinese Spice 1/2 tsp salt 1 yellow, red or green bell pepper largely diced 1/2 yellow onion largely diced Neutral oil to fry chicken Sauce 1/2 cup
Til the last Bite!

Til the last Bite!

36 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken
This recipe made me fall in love 18 years ago with Asian inspired food 😋. If you love sweet and sour anything you are going to really enjoy this homemade version. ✅ saves time ✅Saves money Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken breats, cut into cubes 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to your liking • ½
amiraspantry

amiraspantry

20 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Sweet & sour chicken on the SNS Kettle 🔥 Marinated, basted, slow cooked then seared over the flames 🍍🍗 #BBQ
bentley.bbq

bentley.bbq

115 likes

Sweet & Savory Slow Cooker Chicken
Sweet & Savory Slow Cooker Chicken 🍍 • 1 lb chicken (bite-sized pieces) • 1/2 cup ketchup • 1/2 cup brown sugar • 1/4 cup vinegar • 1 tbsp soy sauce • 1 tsp garlic • 1 tsp ginger • 1 bell pepper, chopped • Pineapple (optional) • 1 tbsp cornstarch & 2 tbsp water (for thi
foodandrecipes

foodandrecipes

21 likes

Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe
#sweetandsourchicken #sweetandsourrecipe #chickendish #sweetandsour #ChineseSweetAndSourChicken Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe | Simple and Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe Ingredients: For the chicken: 300 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, cut in 1-inch chu
Isabelle Katherene

Isabelle Katherene

411 likes

Sweet and sour chicken
Cooking dinner 🤩😋😋
Zoe Berrios

Zoe Berrios

3 likes

Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin
Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin 😋🍖🍖 Ingredients: • 1 2-3 pound boneless pork tenderloin • 1 cup of College Inn chicken or vegetable broth • ½ cup of balsamic vinegar • 1 tablespoon of Heinz Worcestershire sauce • 1 tablespoon of La Choy soy sauce • 1 tablespoon of Mountain Ridge honey • ½ te
JadeCalistaLee

JadeCalistaLee

338 likes

The image displays a close-up of golden-brown baked sweet and sour chicken pieces in a pan. Below the chicken, the recipe title "BAKED SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN" is visible, followed by a list of ingredients and preparation steps for the dish.
baked sweet and sour chicken
Andrea J

Andrea J

28 likes

Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken 🍗
#sweet and sour chicken #chickenthighs #chickenrecipes #chicken #homemadetakeout
Ariel Nicole🦋|| SAHM💙||

Ariel Nicole🦋|| SAHM💙||

50 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Golden Baked Sweet & Sour Chicken Ready for a flavor-packed upgrade to your weeknight routine? This recipe delivers that perfect balance of tangy and sweet with almost zero effort. It's a guaranteed family favorite that turns simple pantry staples into a gourmet, sticky-glaze masterpiece!
Rebecca Perry

Rebecca Perry

39 likes

Sweet & Sour Chicken
The easiest recipe for homemade sweet and sour chicken #easyrecipe #chickenrecipe #dinnerideas
Jessica

Jessica

83 likes

A close-up shot of a plate featuring sweet and spicy glazed chicken pieces alongside creamy macaroni and cheese, sprinkled with black pepper. The image has text overlay 'Sweet n spicy sour chicken' and 'lemon8 @niivlls'.
Sweet n spicy sour chicken
#dinnerideas #lemon8challenge Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken Meat 2 Chicken breasts, boneless skinless Produce 1/2 tsp Garlic powder 1/2 tsp Onion powder 1 Parsley Condiments 1/2 cup Honey 1/4 cup Soy sauce Pasta & Grains 8 oz Macaroni pasta Baking & Spices
waleska

waleska

501 likes

Sweet and sour chicken
Sweet and sour chicken My hubby loves Chinese food. I prefer cooking it so I can flavor it the way I want too. 😂✨ Macros located at bottom. Recipe: 2 servings. For chicken: 1 lbboneless, skinless chicken breast, dice cubed. 1/3 c cornstarch vegetable oil for frying Salt and pepp
🌻

🌻

2 likes

A flat lay displays the ingredients for sweet sour chicken marinade: soy sauce, garlic cloves, pineapple juice, and brown sugar. These components are arranged in white bowls on a gray textured background, clearly labeled to show the key elements for the recipe.
Sweet Sour Chicken Marinade
Ingredients Per 9 oz chicken breast * 1/2 cup pineapple juice * 2 tbsp brown sugar , Wholesome has a light version * 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce or tamari * 2 cloves garlic Instructions * Combine all ingredients in a heavy duty ziploc freezer bag. Add chicken breast(s) into the back and move
Alix DeKruif

Alix DeKruif

15 likes

Sweet & Sour Chicken with Pineapple 🍍🐔👉 Full step-by-step guide in the slides!
Ingredients • Chicken breast • Pineapple (canned or fresh, drain if using canned) • Ketchup, white vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch • Salt, cooking wine, pepper, egg • Oil for deep frying Steps 1. Dice chicken, marinate with egg, wine, cornstarch, oil, salt & pepper. &#x
A's daily

A's daily

2 likes

Sweet and sour chicken -recipe below ⬇️
Ingredients For the chicken: 2 to 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced thin 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons cold water 2 tablespoons neutral oil like vegetable For the vegetables: 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 large white onion cut into bite sized
deelicious_sweetss

deelicious_sweetss

21 likes

Let’s make Sweet and Sour Chicken!
#sweetandsourchicken #easyrecipes #trending
Nea’ Nea’ Jones

Nea’ Nea’ Jones

51 likes

sweet and sour chicken
#yummy #chicken #sweet #cook
wendi woo

wendi woo

3 likes

A close-up of sweet and sour chicken served over white rice on a blue and white patterned paper plate, with a text overlay reading "Sweet & sour Chicken."
Various ingredients for sweet and sour chicken laid out on a counter, including diced chicken, cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, sugar, salt, pepper, and jasmine rice.
Two containers showing the preparation steps: one with chicken pieces coated in cornstarch and another with beaten eggs, with text noting the recipe was doubled.
Sweet & Sour Chicken
Ingredients ▢ 2 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts ▢ salt and pepper ▢ 1 cup cornstarch ▢ 3 eggs lightly beaten ▢ 1/4 cup vegetable oil ▢ 1 cup sugar ▢ 6 tablespoon ketchup ▢ 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar ▢ 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce ▢ 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder Instructions
Halloween_86

Halloween_86

158 likes

Sweet & Sour Pineapple Pork 🍍🔥
🧂 Ingredients •Pork loin (cubed) •Pineapple chunks •Red & green bell peppers •Egg yolk, cornstarch, flour •Light soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, ketchup, water •Salt, pepper, chicken bouillon, Sichuan pepper powder (optional) 👩‍🍳 Steps 1. Marinate por
A's daily

A's daily

38 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken Tray Bake, 🍗
INGREDIENTS:📝 Chicken and Vegetables: 4 large (6 small) chicken thigh fillets, diced into 4cm cubed 1 large brown onion, diced into large chunks 1 red capsicum, diced into large chunks 1 broccoli, cut into florets 4 baby Bok choy, sliced in half 430g can pineapple chunks in ju
rosario vnz 🇸🇻

rosario vnz 🇸🇻

3 likes

A plate of sweet and sour chicken with fried rice and an egg roll, served on a white plate with a small cup of sauce and a fork on a red table with a patterned placemat.
Sweet and sour chicken
Sweet and sour chicken
Amber Campbell

Amber Campbell

15 likes

Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken
Ingredients 2 lb. (.9kg) chicken tenderloin chunks 1 cup pineapple juice 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup soy sauce Instructions Cut chicken tenders in pieces and brown. Combine pineapple juice, brown sugar and soy sauce; mix well. Stir in chicken pieces, coating well. Pour into crock pot and c
IzzyLemon87

IzzyLemon87

28 likes

How to make sweet and sour sauce
#sauce #chicken #easyrecipe
BrandyJohnson241

BrandyJohnson241

30 likes

Bonless Ribs, Sweet and Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Egg Rolls, Wonton Soup, Chicke
Jeff Walsh

Jeff Walsh

605 likes

Sweet and Sour Fried Chicken Wings.
Babyweeatzkitchen

Babyweeatzkitchen

140 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken. Used Noh's Sweet and Sour mix. 1.5 pounds Chicken Breast sliced small no batter. With Pineapple, Peppers and Onions. Towards the end of cooking thicken sauce Cornstarch. #sweetandsourchicken #nohshawaii #Chicken
Jabba 🐿 the Squirrel

Jabba 🐿 the Squirrel

1 like

A vibrant image showcasing a bowl of sweet and sour chicken with bell peppers and green onions, accompanied by a detailed ingredient list for the dish and its sauce. Various raw ingredients like chicken breasts, onions, garlic, bell peppers, pineapple juice, cornstarch, ketchup, and soy sauce are also displayed.
Sweet & Sour Chicken!
Savory Sweet and Sour Chicken A healthy and delicious meal for your family! Better than take out. Steps: In a big bowl, add sliced chicken, corn starch, flour, mayonnaise, salt, paprika and black pepper. Mix well until the chicken is coated. Set aside. In a pan, heat 3 tablespoons oil, th
marybowling698

marybowling698

25 likes

Orange sweet and sour chicken
#orange chicken #chicken #chickenvibes #sweetandsour #foodie
CookWithTeezytee

CookWithTeezytee

50 likes

Sweet-and-sour chicken
Sweet-and-sour pineapple glaze fried chicken over white rice
cateringbyfillmore

cateringbyfillmore

4 likes

Make sweet and sour chicken with me!
One of my all-time favorites has to be sweet-and-sour chicken! Perfectly crispy chicken coated in that glossy, flavorful sauce that hits just the right balance of sweet and tangy every time ✨ It’s one of those meals that never gets old — comforting, packed with flavor, and honestly better tha
Dboogie21

Dboogie21

10 likes

Sweet-and-sour chicken
when you crave sweet-and-sour chicken, make it at home it’s so easy and you can add your own ingredients without all the MSG #goodfood #food #summerrecipes
Amanda Taylor

Amanda Taylor

4 likes

Sweet + Sour Chicken w/ white 🍚
Got a pic in before adding the vegetables + sauce. So 🔥 #chickenrecipeideas #dinnerideas #food #Lemon8 #Lemon8Diary
QTPie Vibez

QTPie Vibez

36 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Please subscribe to my Channel on YouTube. @LivinKatie. #LivinKatie #healthylifestyle2024 #wellnesschallenge #lifestyle #dayinmylife #lemon8challenge #plussizefitness #cookingideas #cooking #bodypositivity
Livin Katie

Livin Katie

2 likes

Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe
Ingredients📝 Meatballs: 2 pounds ground beef 1 cup breadcrumbs 1 large onion, shredded or finely chopped 2 large eggs ½ teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Sweet and Sour Sauce: 3 tablespoons rice vinegar ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed 1 cup low sodium chicken broth ⅓ cup k
rosario vnz 🇸🇻

rosario vnz 🇸🇻

15 likes

Loaded Sweet Potato with Keto Buffalo Chicken
Loaded Sweet Potato with Keto Buffalo Chicken and Broccoli & Cheese Main ingredients for potatoes 🍠 Sweet potato (large) 🍠 Unsalted butter 🍠 Salt, pepper, and garlic powder 🍠 Shredded cheese 🍠 Steamed broccoli (I used frozen) 🍠 Keto Buffalo chicken 🍠 More shredded cheese 🍠 Sou
Alana Captain

Alana Captain

5 likes

Sweet and Sour Fish
#sweetandsour #fish #sweetandsourchicken #sweetandsourfish #chinesefood
ThisRightHere444

ThisRightHere444

12 likes

Sweet and Sour Chicken on the Blackstone!!
Sweet n Sour Chicken on the @Blackstone Ingredients: 2 lg. chicken breasts (cut in bite size chunks) 1 C. Pineapple Juice 1/4 C. Low Sodium Soy Sauce 1 Can Chunk Pineapple 1/2 Red Bell Pepper 1/2 Green Bell Pepper 1/2 Vidalia Onion 1 Carrot (sliced) Jasmine Rice Stir-fry oil (for co
GriddleandvittleswithNik&Jay

GriddleandvittleswithNik&Jay

6 likes

See more