Best 5 Sicilian Braised Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipes

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Sicilian Braised Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of sweet and sour sauce with tender chicken, creating a harmonious and unforgettable taste experience. Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of Sicily, this dish showcases the region's love for combining sweet and sour elements in its cuisine. Join us on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of this delectable dish and explore the tantalizing recipes that await you within this article. Discover how to prepare the perfect sweet and sour sauce, braise chicken until it's fall-off-the-bone tender, and create a mouthwatering dish that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Sicily. Along the way, you'll uncover variations of this classic recipe, including a vegetarian alternative that captures the essence of the dish while catering to plant-based preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure filled with sweet, sour, and savory sensations as we explore the intricacies of Sicilian Braised Sweet and Sour Chicken.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SICILIAN SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons raisins
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 small ripe tomatoes, skinned, seeded, and chopped (skin reserved for garnish)
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
2 Sicilian green olives, pitted and chopped
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Chopped parsley leaves, for garnish
Tomato skin made into 4 rose flowers, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place raisins in a small dish. Add wine and set aside.
  • Place chicken between 2 sheets plastic wrap and pound to 1/4-inch thickness. Sprinkle chicken with 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper; dredge in flour.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 10 minutes total. Remove chicken and add onion and garlic to pan. Saute for about 2 minutes; then add oregano, remaining salt and pepper, sugar and vinegar. Stir in tomatoes, capers and olives. Add raisins to sauce and stir in chicken broth; cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Return chicken to pan and heat through.
  • Arrange chicken and sauce on serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Garnish with tomato roses.

SHEET PAN SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Inspired by the flavors of our favorite Asian takeout, here's a recipe that uses canned pineapple tidbits, with the usual veggies. In order to make it sheet-pan friendly, the chicken is not breaded or fried. Add as much of the delicious sauce as you like, and if there is any left, store the sauce in the fridge in a sealed container, up to one week. It's also a great dipping sauce for Asian-style appetizers. Serve over hot steamed rice.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 (8 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits in juice
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 carrot, peeled and sliced diagonally
½ red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons avocado oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
water as needed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup light brown sugar
⅓ cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Drain pineapple tidbits and place juice into a 1-cup liquid measure. Place drained pineapple in a large mixing bowl; set aside.
  • Add bell peppers, carrot, and onion to the pineapple tidbits. Pour 2 tablespoons avocado oil over top and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir until coated with oil and seasoning, then spread in a single layer on a sheet pan. Place chicken into the same bowl, drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and nestle chicken pieces on the sheet pan between the pineapple and vegetable pieces.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add enough water to the reserved pineapple juice to make 1 cup liquid. Transfer 3 tablespoons of the liquid to a small bowl and add cornstarch. Stir with a fork or whisk until smooth.
  • Pour remaining liquid into a saucepan with brown sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, chile-garlic sauce, ginger-garlic paste, and white pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, over medium-high heat. Slowly add cornstarch mixture, whisking briskly. Return to a boil and allow to thicken, whisking constantly, about 1 minute.
  • Drizzle chicken, pineapple, and vegetables with sauce to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.5 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 1236.2 mg, Sugar 49 g

SICILIAN BRAISED SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Another magazine find that I'm storing here until I try it. The combination of flavours looks yummy.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, bruised
800 g skinless chicken thighs, halved
all-purpose flour, seasoned to taste
1 large onion, thinly sliced
250 ml red wine
1 bay leaf
3 sprigs rosemary
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon caster sugar
150 ml chicken stock
1 tablespoon currants
1/2 cup black olives
2 tablespoons pine nuts, roasted (I do this in a small dry pan over a low heat, shaking 'til golden)
1/4 cup flat leafed parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy-based heat-proof casserole, add the garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden, then discard the garlic.
  • Dust the chicken in seasoned flour and shake away the excess, then cook in the oil over medium heat until light golden all over-this will need to be done in a couple of batches.
  • Remove all from the pan.
  • Add the onion and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until almost soft.
  • Add the wine, bay leaf rosemary and vinegar and boil for 2 minutes.
  • Add the stock, then return the chicken to the pan and bring to the boil, then cover and simmer gently, turning once, for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and keep warm.
  • Add the sugar, currants and olives to pan and simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce is syrupy.
  • Return the chicken to the pan and stir in the parsley and pine nuts and serve immediately.

CHICKEN SICILIAN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (8-ounce) boneless chicken breasts
Olive oil, for sauteeing
1 cup chopped medium onion
4 cherry peppers, seeded and sliced
16 mushrooms, chopped
3 cups black oil cured olives and capers
Dash paprika
3 - 4 ounces butter

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken into pieces. Place a saute pan over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan and heat. Add the chicken and brown on both sides. Add the onion and the cherry peppers. Discard any excess oil. Add the mushrooms, olives, and capers. Add a dash of paprika and 3 to 4 ounces lightly salted butter. Cook on a high flame until the butter is completely melted, mixing to keep the butter from separating.

SICILIAN CHICKEN



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Make and share this Sicilian Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JenniferK2

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 onion, chopped
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons rosemary
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup romano cheese, grated
1/4 cup flour
15 ounces crushed tomatoes

Steps:

  • Saute onion, mushrooms and garlic in 3T olive oil; stir in rosemary. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Roll chicken breasts in Romano cheese, then in flour.
  • Lightly brown chicken in remaining olive oil.
  • Add to casserole dish and top with mushroom mixture.
  • Pour crushed tomatoes over top and bake at 350° for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.7, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 81.1, Sodium 346.2, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 31.6

Tips:

  • To achieve the best flavor, use high-quality chicken thighs or breasts. Bone-in, skin-on pieces are ideal, as they add extra flavor and moisture to the dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot when browning the chicken. If necessary, brown the chicken in batches to ensure that it gets evenly cooked.
  • Use a good quality olive oil for the best flavor. Extra virgin olive oil is ideal, but regular olive oil will also work.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of vinegar and sugar to your taste. If you like a sweeter sauce, add more sugar. If you prefer a more tangy sauce, add more vinegar.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables are all great options.

Conclusion:

Sicilian braised 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 sauce is sweet, tangy, and addictive. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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