Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken at Home – Fast & Foolproof!

Описание: Craving takeout but want something faster, fresher, and even more delicious? This Crispy Sweet & Sour Chicken is ready in just 20 minutes and tastes better than your favorite Chinese restaurant! Juicy chicken breast coated in cornstarch, pan-seared until golden, then tossed in a perfectly balanced sweet and tangy sauce.

This easy chicken dinner is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or when you want a quick homemade Asian-inspired recipe without deep frying.

✔ Ready in 20 minutes
✔ No deep fryer needed
✔ Crispy, juicy, and full of flavor
✔ Better than takeout

Make it once — and you’ll never order out again!

For the Chicken:
• 1.1 lb chicken breast (500 g)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• 1 tbsp garlic powder (about 8 g)
• Salt to taste
• 3 tbsp cornstarch (about 24 g)
• Olive oil for frying

For the Sauce:
• 3 tbsp sugar (about 38 g)
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp sesame oil (15 ml)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (45 ml)
• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar (45 ml)
• 3 tbsp ketchup (45 ml)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry for thickening)

For Garnish:
• Sesame seeds
• Green onions
👩‍🍳 Instructions
1. Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
2. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Add cornstarch and mix until evenly coated.
4. Sear over high heat for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove from pan.
5. In the same pan, combine sugar, chili flakes, garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and salt.
6. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
7. Stir together 1 tbsp cornstarch and 2 tbsp water. Add to the sauce.
8. Simmer for 1 minute until thickened.
9. Return chicken to the pan and simmer on low for 1–2 minutes.
10. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.

Enjoy!

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