Best 5 Sweet And Sour Chicken Soup Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of sweet and sour chicken soup, a delectable symphony of flavors that will awaken your senses. This versatile dish, steeped in tradition and beloved by many, offers a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes that will transport you to culinary heaven. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a contemporary twist, this article presents a treasure trove of recipes that cater to every palate. From the simplicity of a stovetop creation to the convenience of a slow cooker or Instant Pot, these recipes provide a range of options to suit your cooking preferences and time constraints. Dive into the depths of flavor as we explore the art of crafting this exceptional dish, sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Sweet and Sour Chicken is an American Chinese takeout favorite, made by batter-frying chicken and tossing it in a quick sweet and sour sauce.

Provided by Bill

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 26

1/2 cup hot water
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 cup pineapple juice ((optional, reserved from canned pineapple))
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar ((or red wine vinegar))
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
1-2 tablespoons water
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup ice water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil ((or canola oil, plus more for frying))
2/3 cup canned pineapple chunks ((optional))
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup red onion ((cut into 1-inch/2.5cm chunks))
1/4 cup red bell pepper ((cut into 1-inch/2.5cm chunks))
1/4 cup green bell pepper ((cut into 1-inch/2.5cm chunks))
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Set aside ½ cup of pineapple juice from your can of pineapple, and reserve ⅔ cup of the pineapple chunks (if using). Set aside.
  • Combine the hot water, salt, sugar, and ketchup. Stir until the salt and sugar are dissolved, and then add the vinegar and pineapple juice (if using). If not using pineapple juice, replace with ½ cup water or chicken stock. Set aside.
  • Cut your chicken into uniform 1 inch chunks (for even cooking) and place into a bowl. Add the garlic and onion powders, sesame oil, white pepper and salt. Mix until all pieces are uniformly coated, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Any excess water should be fully absorbed by the chicken. If not, mix the chicken again and let it sit for another 5 minutes.
  • Mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl, and add 2/3 cup of ice water. Use a fork to mix until a batter is formed, and stir in 1 tablespoon of oil. Set aside.
  • The amount of oil you need depends on the size of the pot you will use. Using a larger pot uses more oil, but allows you to cook the chicken in fewer batches. Using a smaller pot uses less oil, but you'll have to fry more batches of chicken. We usually go for a smaller pot, so we have less leftover oil. Heat the oil in a small pot until it reaches 335°F/170°C.
  • Place 5 to 6 pieces of marinated chicken into the batter. Use a chopstick, fork, or your fingers to coat the chicken in the batter and place each piece slowly into the oil.
  • Use a slotted spoon to carefully turn the chicken so all sides are uniformly fried. Fry for about 2 minutes, or until the batter is a light golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and let any excess oil drain off before placing onto a rack or paper towel lined plate.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a wok over medium high heat, and add the red onion and peppers. Stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  • Next, add the sweet and sour sauce you prepared earlier and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat so the sauce is simmering.
  • Combine the cornstarch and water to make a uniform slurry. While stirring the sweet and sour sauce, drizzle the slurry in gradually until the sauce is thick enough to coat a spoon (you may not need all of the slurry). Turn down the heat and give the sauce a quick taste--now is the time to add more salt, vinegar or sugar if desired.
  • Add the pineapple chunks (if using) and stir until warmed through. Now is the time to refry the chicken to make them nice and crispy. Heat the oil up to 335°F/170°C and fry the chicken in two batches for about 45 seconds each time. Then add the chicken pieces to your sauce, and gently toss with your wok spatula until the chicken is coated. Serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 741 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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

HOT AND SOUR CHICKEN SOUP



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Very good and very easy to make Asian soup. My husband is a chef, and he said that this was fantastic! (He's hard to impress.) We finished the pot in one sitting.

Provided by MORPHIUS_RAE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups chicken broth
½ cup water
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
½ cup sliced bamboo shoots, drained
3 slices fresh ginger root
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons soy sauce
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 green onions, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the chicken broth, water, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and hot pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer while you assemble the rest of the ingredients.
  • Place the chicken slices into a bowl and toss with the sesame oil to coat. In a separate bowl, stir together the cornstarch and vinegar, and set aside.
  • Increase the heat under the broth to medium-high, and return to a rolling boil. Add the chicken slices. Return to a boil, and then drizzle in the egg while stirring slowly to create long strands of egg. Stir in the vinegar and cornstarch. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and the broth has thickened slightly, about 3 minutes. Serve garnished with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 109.6 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1095.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN SOUP



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Chicken Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by F-16 momma

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
6 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 cups mushroom caps, sliced thin
1 1/2 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
2 cups spinach leaves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, saute onion and garlic in 2 tsp olive oil for 3 minute.
  • Add ginger for 30 sec.
  • Add stock and mushrooms and bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minute
  • Stir in chicken, spinach, and noodles; cook for 5 minute.

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN SOUP



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This is a simple, quick and easy, yet very tasty and healthy chicken soup. Recipe courtesy of my Mom's stash.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups low-fat chicken broth
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon peeled minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper (important to use WHITE pepper, this isn't the same with black)
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced shiitake mushroom caps
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups thinly sliced spinach leaves
1 1/2 ounces somen noodles (wheat noodles) or 1 1/2 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in a large Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken, spinach and noodles; cook 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.2, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 35, Sodium 569.4, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.6, Protein 13.7

Tips:

  • For a bolder flavor, marinate the chicken in the soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have ginger or green onions on hand, you can substitute garlic powder and onion powder instead.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. If you do, the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pan and set it aside. Then, add the vegetables to the pan and cook them until they are crisp-tender.
  • Finally, add the chicken back to the pan and stir in the sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve the soup hot, garnished with green onions and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour chicken soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The soup is packed with flavor, and the combination of sweet and sour is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give sweet and sour chicken soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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