Best 7 Baked Sweet N Sour Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. This delectable dish combines the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. The tender chicken, coated in a crispy golden crust, is smothered in a luscious homemade sweet and sour sauce that bursts with flavor in every bite. Accompanying this main course are two additional tantalizing recipes: fluffy and aromatic Jasmine Rice, the perfect canvas for soaking up the delicious sauce, and a refreshing Cucumber Salad, adding a crisp and cooling contrast to the richness of the chicken. Embark on this culinary adventure and indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors that await you.

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BAKED SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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My oven baked version of Sweet & Sour chicken which is not like most recipes you will find on the internet. My sauce uses less sugar so it's not overly sweet, the sauce ingredients has a few extra things in it so it really does taste more like restaurant Sweet & Sour sauce, and the chicken is only baked for 20 minutes so it does not dry out (but still lovely and crispy!). The ingredients list for this recipe is longer than most on my site - but it is well worth it!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Chicken     Stir Fry

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 lb / 500 g chicken breast (, cut into bite size cubes)
1/2 tsp salt
1 large egg or 2 small eggs (, lightly beaten (enough to coat chicken))
1 cup cornstarch / cornflour (, placed in a large ziplock bag)
3 to 5 tbsp oil ((vegetable, canola))
Oil spray
1/2 tbsp oil
1 garlic clove
1 small onion (, cut into large dice)
1/2 red bell pepper (, cut into bite size pieces)
1/2 green bell pepper (, cut into bite size pieces)
1 can ((8oz/250g) canned pineapple pieces in natural juice. Separate pineapple from juice.)
1/2 cup sugar ((white or brown - I use either))
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
2 - 3 tbsp pineapple juice ((from the canned pineapple pieces))
3 tbsp ketchup ((Australia: tomato sauce))
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce ((Note 1))
1 tsp soy sauce ((Note 1))
1 tsp Oyster Sauce ((Note 1))
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp cornflour / corn starch + 4 tbsp water (, mixed together)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200C/390F.
  • Place chicken in a bowl, sprinkle with salt then add the egg. Mix to coat all chicken with egg, then drain out excess egg. (Note 2)
  • Working a handful at a time, shake excess egg mixture off chicken then place chicken in ziplock bag. When all the chicken is in the bag, seal (trap as much air in it as you can to make a "balloon") and shake well to coat chicken in cornflour. Discard excess cornflour.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet on high. Add chicken (in 2 batches if your skillet is not big enough) and cook briefly for 2 minutes, turning, just to make the outside light golden and a bit crispy. The chicken should be raw inside.
  • Transfer to baking tray, spray with oil and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until it becomes a little more golden brown and is crispy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 312 g, Calories 528 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 42.7 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Cholesterol 148 mg, Sodium 825 mg, Fiber 1.7 g, Sugar 34.8 g

EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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This a really easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy! Serve over rice.

Provided by wmbloomer

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 green bell peppers, diced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup ketchup
½ cup lemon juice
½ cup crushed pineapple with syrup
⅓ cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Roll and coat chicken cubes in flour mixture.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until not longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes; remove and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir celery, green peppers, and onion in heated oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet.
  • Whisk ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple, and brown sugar in a bowl; pour into the skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir chicken and vegetables in sauce until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 870.1 mg, Sugar 31.6 g

BAKED SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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This is such an easy and delicious recipe I thought I would share it. I found this recipe on browneyedbaker.com.

Provided by B.A.B

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 -4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into chunks)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup cornstarch
2 eggs (slightly beaten)
1/4 cup canola oil or 1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup sugar
4 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 cup vinegar (preferably rice or white)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Working in two batches, toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch and then coat with the egg.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat and again in two batches, brown the chicken, turning it so that all sides are browned but not cooked through.
  • Place the chicken in a single layer in a foil lined 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Wisk together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Pour sauce evenly over the chicken and turn the chicken to ensure each piece is coated.
  • Bake for 1 hour, turning the chicken every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.3, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 149.6, Sodium 561, Carbohydrate 71.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 41, Protein 22.9

BAKED SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons orange marmalade or apricot preserves
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and finely grated
Large pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), quartered lengthwise and seeded
1 bunch scallions, cut into 3-inch pieces
3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
8 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (3 to 3 3/4 pounds)
Cooked white rice, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Make the sweet-and-sour sauce: Whisk the ketchup, marmalade, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger and cayenne in a small bowl. Put the bell peppers and scallions on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons of the prepared sauce, 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  • Heat the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Working in batches, add the chicken to the skillet skin-side down and cook, undisturbed, until the skin is golden and slightly crisp, about 4 minutes. Place skin-side up on the baking sheet with the vegetables.
  • Brush the chicken with half of the remaining sweet-and-sour sauce. Bake until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165 degrees F, 20 to 25 minutes. Divide the chicken and vegetables among plates. Serve with rice and the remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542, Fat 32 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 168 milligrams, Sodium 618 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 47 grams

BAKED SWEET N SOUR CHICKEN



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Provided by Kathleen Riemer

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 12

the chicken coating:
3-4 boneless chicken breasts
salt + pepper
1 cup cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup canola oil
the sweet and sour sauce:
3/4 cup sugar
4 tbsp. ketchup
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. garlic salt

Steps:

  • 1. Start by preheating your oven to 325 degrees. Rinse your chicken breasts in water and then cut into cubes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Dip chicken into the cornstarch to coat then dip into the eggs. Heat your 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet and cook your chicken until browned but not cooked through. Place the chicken in a 9x13 greased baking dish. Mix all of your sweet and sour sauce ingredients in a bowl with a whisk and then pour evenly over the chicken. Bake for one hour and during the baking process you will need to turn the chicken every 15 minutes.

SWEET 'N' SPICY BAKED CHICKEN



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My girlfriend and I are both college students so this quick and easy chicken recipe was an affordable and tasty hit at our table last night! Requiring just a few ingredients and low prep time makes this a great dish any day of the week. The homemade BBQ sauce goes great on pork and ribs too! Feel free to adjust the sweetness or spiciness to your pleasure.

Provided by Brendon Mock

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 serving cooking spray
½ cup barbeque sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's®)
¼ cup honey
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to an even thickness
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray the foil with cooking spray.
  • Mix barbeque sauce, honey, brown sugar, and chile-garlic sauce together in a bowl until you have no clumps of brown sugar. Spoon about half the sauce into a separate bowl for serving.
  • Arrange chicken breast halves onto the prepared sheet. Brush sauce from one of the bowls onto breasts.
  • Bake chicken breasts in the preheated oven, brushing with sauce every 10 minutes, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Season with pepper and serve with the reserved bowl of sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 571.8 mg, Sugar 38.9 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR BAKED CHICKEN



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This baked sweet and sour chicken is one of my favorite entrees to make for company. It's assembled the night before and popped into the oven before guests arrive, so there's plenty of time to visit. -Marion Skildum, St. Paul, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup soy sauce
1 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 to 1 teaspoon garlic powder
12 broiler/fryer chicken pieces (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag or a glass 13x9-in. baking dish, combine first nine ingredients. Add chicken pieces; turn to coat. Cover or close bag and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight. Drain, discarding all but 1 cup marinade. Place chicken in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add reserved marinade. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a combination of chicken thighs and breasts for a more flavorful dish.
  • Make sure to use a good quality sweet and sour sauce. A homemade sauce is always best, but a store-bought sauce can also be used.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish. The chicken should be in a single layer so that it cooks evenly.
  • Bake the chicken until it is cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Baked sweet and sour chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sweet and sour sauce is tangy and addictive. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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