Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

🍍 Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken
A flavorful, lighter twist on a takeout favorite! This baked version skips the deep frying but keeps all the tangy, sweet goodness. Perfect served over a bed of warm rice for a comforting, satisfying meal.
🧂 Ingredients
Ingredient | Amount |
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Chicken tenderloin chunks | 2 lb (0.9 kg) |
Pineapple juice | 1 cup |
Brown sugar | ½ cup |
Soy sauce | ⅓ cup |
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sear the Chicken
Cut the chicken tenderloins into bite-sized pieces. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken until it’s lightly browned and cooked through.
2. Prepare the Sauce
In a mixing bowl, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Whisk until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is smooth.
3. Coat the Chicken
Add the browned chicken pieces to the sauce, stirring to make sure each piece is well coated.
4. Slow Cook
Transfer the chicken and sauce to a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, until the chicken is tender and infused with flavor.
5. Serve It Up
Spoon the sweet and sour chicken over cooked rice and enjoy every bite!