Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe

This easy and delicious baked sweet and sour chicken recipe is a family favorite! Crispy, tender chicken coated in a vibrant, tangy sweet and sour sauce – ready in under 90 minutes. Inspired by a recipe from browneyedbaker.com, this version is perfectly balanced and sure to impress. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 549.3 kcal
Protein 45g
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Ingredients for Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch (for coating) and 1 tbsp cornstarch (for sauce)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice

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How to Make Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Season 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Toss chicken in 1/2 cup cornstarch in two batches, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
  4. In a shallow dish, whisk 2 large eggs. Dip each cornstarched chicken piece in the egg.
  5. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken in two batches, ensuring all sides are browned but not cooked through. This will take about 5-7 minutes per batch.
  6. Place browned chicken in a single layer in a foil-lined 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together the following sauce ingredients: 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1/4 cup pineapple juice.
  8. Pour sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Gently toss to combine.
  9. Bake for 60 minutes, turning the chicken every 15 minutes for even cooking and sauce distribution.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

164g

Fat

11g

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken?

Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken?

Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken has approximately 549.3 calories per serving, with about 45 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken?

The key ingredients for Baked Sweet And Sour Chicken are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Salt And Pepper, Cornstarch, Eggs, Canola Oil, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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