Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup oil
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preparation: Cut the chicken breasts into approximately 1-inch pieces.
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or a light layer of oil.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine ketchup, garlic powder, sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
- Season and Coat Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Lightly coat each piece with cornstarch, then dip them into the beaten eggs.
- Cook Chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces for 1-2 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. Remove the chicken and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Bake: Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Bake for approximately 50 minutes, stirring the chicken every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking and sauce distribution.
- Serve: Once the sauce has thickened and the chicken is thoroughly cooked, garnish with chopped green onions for added flavor and color. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious baked sweet and sour chicken!