{"id":15047,"date":"2023-03-01T19:26:25","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T18:26:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thermokoch.de\/?p=15047"},"modified":"2026-08-16T15:59:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-16T13:59:10","slug":"easy-sweet-and-sour-chicken-simple-homemade-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thermokoch.de\/en\/easy-sweet-and-sour-chicken-simple-homemade-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken – Simple Homemade Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n 💡<\/span> At a Glance\n <\/h3>\n
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    The Dish:<\/strong> An Asian takeout classic featuring tender chicken, rice, crisp veggies, and juicy pineapple tossed in a rich sweet and sour sauce.<\/div><\/li>\n
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    Time:<\/strong> Super quick to whip up—ideal for effortless lunches or busy weeknight dinners.<\/div><\/li>\n
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    Method:<\/strong> Meat, rice, and veggies all cook together at the exact same time in your Thermomix®<\/sup> for an easy all-in-one meal.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

    This homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken<\/strong> is loaded with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, carrots, and sweet pineapple simmered in a rich, velvety sauce. It’s an absolute Asian restaurant favorite<\/strong> that’s not only insanely delicious, but making it at home is also way cheaper and healthier than takeout!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This easy dinner is guaranteed to win over the whole family<\/strong>—it’s a total crowd-pleaser that both adults and picky kiddos will devour.<\/p>\n\n

    In my easy step-by-step recipe, I’ll show you just how effortless it is to whip up incredible homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken with rice right in your Thermomix®<\/strong> in no time at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Sweet and Sour Chicken with Rice<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    What Is Sweet and Sour Chicken?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Sweet and sour chicken is a total Chinese takeout classic that you’ll find on almost every restaurant menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The ingredient list is super simple: tender chicken breast, vibrant bell peppers, sweet onions, and juicy pineapple chunks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What really makes this dish shine is the fantastic sweet and sour sauce. It coats every bite of chicken and veggies, bringing all those delicious flavors together into a total taste explosion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why You’ll Love This Sweet and Sour Chicken:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • A classic takeout favorite made at home<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Super delicious (and a total crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Quick and easy to make<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Budget-friendly and wholesome<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Prepped in a flash with your Thermomix®<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Perfect for a quick lunch or hassle-free weeknight dinner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      My Top Tips for Making Sweet and Sour Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Feel free to customize the veggies! Beyond the bell peppers and carrots, you can toss in scallions, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, or snow peas. If you add extra vegetables, just splash in a little extra of the reserved cooking liquid to keep everything nice and saucy.<\/p>\n\n

      If you like a little extra kick, stir 1 to 2 teaspoons of spicy curry powder into the sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      When grabbing canned pineapple, make sure to look for pineapple packed in 100% juice rather than syrup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Feel free to swap the chicken breasts for boneless, skinless chicken thighs if you prefer an even juicier option!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Looking for a low-carb alternative to rice? Serve this over steamed broccoli or cauliflower rice instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Can you make this ahead of time and store leftovers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      You can prep the chicken a day in advance—just dice it up and keep it in an airtight container in the fridge until you’re ready to cook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You can also whisk the sauce together a day ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      That said, I recommend cooking the actual dish all in one go right before serving—it just tastes best freshly made!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Any leftovers will keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Just make sure to store the rice separately from the chicken and sauce so the rice doesn’t soak everything up and get soft and mushy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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