My mom used to make this when I was younger -- it was always a family favorite. Now, I make it for my boyfriend; he enjoys it better than the Chinese Restaurant versions. Be sure to season the chicken overnight -- it gives the chicken all its flavor.
Provided by Becky in Southeaste
Categories Chicken
Time P1DT1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Season chicken chunks with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Refrigerate overnight.
- Heat oil in an electric frying pan or deep fryer.
- Mix batter ingredients until smooth.
- Mix bite-size pieces of meat with batter.
- Deep fry batter covered meat until golden brown (make sure the chicken is cooked thoroughly).
- Drain chicken pieces on a paper towel.
- Place cooked chicken in a low heat oven, while other chicken is being cooked.
- In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, vinegar, brown sugar& molasses.
- Place mixture, along with pineapples, peppers, and cherries, into a sauce pan and bring to a boil.
- In a separate dish, mix together thickening ingredients.
- Add to saucepan.
- Stir and cook until glossy.
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Riley Jake
[email protected]This is the best sweet and sour chicken recipe I've ever had. The chicken is crispy and juicy, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making this again.
Laura Kravale
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.
Ramesh Mahato
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the sauce.
Burnado blackman
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but the chicken didn't turn out crispy. It was still good, but it wasn't what I was expecting.
MD Munna Hossain
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I served it with rice and steamed broccoli and it was a hit with the whole family.
Ajector Styles
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so flavorful and the sauce is delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with the whole family.
Aarav dew
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out dry and tough. The sauce was also too sweet for my taste.
Tupayel Ahmed
[email protected]This is the best sweet and sour chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is crispy and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sharon Marshall
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sweet and sour chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Itel Vision
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it for my family and friends many times and they all love it.
Virginie Dekobona
[email protected]I made this for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The chicken was crispy and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour.
Daily Different works
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is flavorful and the sauce is delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with the whole family.
Dil Aslam888
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was tough and the sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe.
Autumn Lawson
[email protected]The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was good.
Teresa Justason
[email protected]This was my first time making sweet and sour chicken, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Amanda B
[email protected]I've tried many sweet and sour chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is crispy and juicy, and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.
Tracey Liam
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious!
Nancy Amamu
[email protected]This sweet and sour chicken was a hit with my family! The sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.