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Sweet and Sour Chicken Bake

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped (red, green, or yellow)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the chicken pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and the cornstarch mixture.
  4. Add the bell peppers, pineapple chunks, and chopped onion to the baking dish, spreading them evenly over the chicken.
  5. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is well-coated.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
  8. Serve over rice or noodles and enjoy!

Notes

You can easily double this recipe for larger gatherings or meal prep. For added crunch, sprinkle some crushed peanuts or cashews on top before serving. This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together in the fridge.