Sweet and Sour Chicken

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Non-Fried Version Sweet and Sour Chicken

As the weather gets warmer, am I the only one craving refreshing flavors?

This Sweet and Sour Chicken is a lighter, non-fried version that still gives you that irresistible tangy-sweet flavor you love—without the extra oil. It's ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or quick family lunches.

A simple homemade sweet and sour sauce paired with tender chicken, and it’s colorful, quick, and kid-approved!

Why You'll Love This Sweet and Sour Chicken:

This non-fried version is lighter but still full of flavor. The sake and salt tenderizes the chicken, the sauce brings balance, and the vibrant veggies add both crunch and color. Plus, it’s all done in one pan!

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RECIPE

Servings: 4-5

Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1/2 lb chicken breast

• 1 tbsp sake

• a pinch of salt

• potato starch (for coating)

Vegetables:

• 1/2 onion

• 1 pc bell pepper

For the Sauce:

• 3 tbsp sugar

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1/2 tbsp torigara powder (chicken stock powder)

• 1/2 cup water

• 1 tbsp potato starch (for slurry)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:

   In a small bowl, mix together sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, torigara powder for the sauce.

   Mix in water and potato starch in another bowl for the slurry, set aside.

2. Chop the Vegetables:

   Cut the onion and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.

3. Prep the Chicken:

   Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and sake. Lightly dust with potato starch.

4. Cook the Chicken:

   Heat a bit of vegetable oil in a frying pan.

   Cook the chicken pieces until lightly golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

5. Sauté the Vegetables:

   In the same pan, stir-fry the onion and bell peppers until slightly tender.

6. Bring It Together:

   Return the cooked chicken to the pan, add the prepared sauce and slurry, quickly stir to coat everything evenly.

   The sauce will thicken as it cooks.

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Tips:

1. Instead of salt and sake, Use a tablespoon of shio koji for the rich flavor and helping to make the chicken tender.

2. Add pineapple for a classic sweet and sour twist. Carrot, mushrooms are good additions, too.

3. Switch up the protein: This recipe works well with pork or tofu too.

4. Make it spicy: Add a dash of chili oil or chopped chili if you like some heat.

You may also like Amazu Chicken (sweet and tangy fried chicken)

Recipe

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