Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

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Heat oil in a deep skillet or wok. Fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

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In a separate pan, sauté bell peppers, onions, and pineapple chunks until just tender.

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In a saucepan, mix vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and pineapple juice. Bring to a simmer. Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken.

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Toss fried chicken and sautéed veggies with the sauce. Stir until evenly coated and heated through.

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Serve hot over steamed white rice or noodles. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

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