Description

This Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken is packed with flavor and made in one skillet! It’s simple to prepare, featuring juicy chicken thighs, fresh peppers, and a delicious sweet and tangy sauce. Ideal for a quick and healthy dinner that the whole family will love!

Ingredients

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1 cup 100% pineapple juice
1/4 cup maple syrup (honey, or date syrup)
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup (paleo friendly or tomato paste)
1/4 cup coconut aminos
1 1/2 tablespoons arrowroot flour (or tapioca flour)
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-2” pieces)
Sea salt and black pepper
2/3 cup arrowroot flour (or tapioca)
1 large egg (whisked)
Olive oil or avocado oil (for frying)
1 medium yellow onion (sliced into 1” pieces)
1 red bell pepper (sliced into 1” pieces)
1 green bell pepper (sliced into 1” pieces)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup pineapple chunks (if canned, drain the juice first, or use it for the sauce)
toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
sliced green onion (for garnish)

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk all sauce ingredients together and set aside.
Place arrowroot or tapioca flour in a shallow bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, lightly coat them in the egg, and toss in the arrowroot flour, shaking off excess.
Heat about 1/2 cup of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden, transferring to a paper-towel-lined plate after.
Drain the oil, leaving 1-2 tablespoons. Over medium heat, sauté onion and bell peppers for about 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
Add garlic and pineapple; cook for 1 more minute.
Pour in the sauce and stir to coat well, cooking until bubbling and thickened (about 2-3 minutes). Incorporate fried chicken pieces gently to coat with sauce.
Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, ideally over sautéed cauliflower rice or with stir-fried veggies.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less maple syrup based on your preference.
For a crunchier texture, let the coated chicken rest for a few minutes before frying.
Serve over a bed of vegetables to make the meal even healthier.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg