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Healthier Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

This Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken makes a delicious, healthier alternative to your Chinese takeout. My version delivers all the bold, tangy, flavors of the classic takeout dish without deep frying and with simple, wholesome ingredients you can trust.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Diet Low Calorie
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 70kcal
Author Jillian Schneider

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast fat trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup no sugar added ketchup
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • cooking spray
  • seasame seeds optional topping

Instructions

  • Step 1 - Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large rimmed baking dish with foil and spray with cooking spray. In a large mixing combine apple cider vinegar, soy sauce or coconut aminos, cornstarch, coconut sugar, chicken broth, minced garlic, ketchup, salt, and pepper.
  • Step 2 - Add chicken into the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Step 3 - Meanwhile, make the side dish you wish to pour this chicken over. Some options are pasta, quinoa, or rice.
  • Step 4 - Once the chicken is done, pour it over the starch of your choice and top with optional sesame seeds.

Notes

How to make a slightly crispier edge?
Broil for 2 - 3 minutes at the end.
Why does my sauce look dry at the end?
If you think your sauce looks dry, add a splash of water, orange juice, or pineapple juice before stirring.
How to store this dish?
You can store this recipe in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
How can my kids help? 
  • Combine all ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
  • Help dump the chicken into the mixing bowl and fold it into the mixture.
  • Once the chicken is done cooking, they can sprinkle on the sesame seeds. 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7.2g | Fat: 0.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 20.7mg | Sodium: 162.3mg | Potassium: 6mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 4.5g | Iron: 1mg