Best 2 Sicilian Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipes

Sicilian Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful Italian-Chinese fusion dish that combines the best of both worlds. It features tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy batter and smothered in a vibrant sweet and sour sauce. The sauce is made with a harmonious blend of sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and spices, resulting in a captivating balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This tantalizing dish is often served over fluffy white rice or crispy noodles, making it a complete and satisfying meal.

In this article, we provide you with three variations of this delectable dish:

1. **Classic Sicilian Sweet and Sour Chicken**: This recipe stays true to the traditional method, using simple ingredients and techniques to create a timeless classic.

2. **Sicilian Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple**: This variation adds the tropical sweetness of pineapple chunks to the sauce, resulting in a vibrant and flavorful dish.

3. **Sicilian Sweet and Sour Chicken with Bell Peppers**: This recipe incorporates the colorful crunch of bell peppers, adding an extra layer of texture and nutrition to the dish.

No matter which variation you choose, you're in for a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a journey to savor the delectable flavors of Sicilian Sweet and Sour Chicken!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SICILIAN SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN

Sicilian Sweet and Sour Chicken image

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

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.

SICILIAN BRAISED SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN

Sicilian Braised Sweet and Sour Chicken image

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

Ingredients

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.

Tips:

Use a large skillet or wok to ensure that the chicken and vegetables have enough space to cook evenly.
Make sure the chicken is cut into bite-sized pieces so that it cooks quickly and evenly.
To save time, you can use pre-cut vegetables or frozen stir-fry mix.
If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
Adjust the amount of sugar and cornstarch in the sauce to your liking.
Serve the chicken with steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Sicilian sweet and sour chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!