Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

Why Make This Recipe

Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delicious and easy dish that brings restaurant-style flavor right to your home. The crispy chicken and the sweet tangy sauce are a perfect match. It’s a favorite for both kids and adults, making it great for family dinners.

This recipe is simple to follow and doesn’t need any special ingredients. You can find everything in your regular grocery store. The chicken is baked, not deep-fried, so it’s lighter but still very tasty.

If you love Chinese takeout, you will really enjoy this homemade version. It’s fresh, flavorful, and saves you money. You can also serve it with rice or noodles to make a complete meal.

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How to Make Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1/4 cup canola oil

For the sauce:

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 4 tbsp ketchup
• 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp garlic salt

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
3. Dip the chicken pieces in cornstarch, then coat them in the beaten eggs.
4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken (just until golden, not fully cooked).
5. Place the browned chicken in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic salt.
7. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
8. Bake the chicken for 1 hour. Stir every 15 minutes to coat the chicken with the sauce.
9. Serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables.