Sweet and Sour Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Sweet and Sour Chicken
45 min.
6
343kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that fits into a gluten-free and dairy-free lifestyle, look no further than this Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe! This enticing dish combines the perfect balance of flavors, featuring tender chunks of chicken thighs simmered in a vibrant sauce that's both tangy and sweet. The star ingredients—pineapple, bell peppers, and a variety of seasonings—come together to create a culinary experience that's sure to please everyone at the table.

This meal is not only packed with flavor but is also easy to prepare in a slow cooker, making it a convenient choice for busy weekdays or laid-back weekends. With just 45 minutes of active prep time and the slow cooker doing the work, you can focus on what truly matters—sharing a delightful meal with your loved ones. Serve it over fluffy, hot white rice, and you have a comforting dish that feels both homey and restaurant-worthy.

With each serving clocking in at approximately 343 calories, this Sweet and Sour Chicken is a wholesome option that doesn't skimp on flavor. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it combines nutrient-rich ingredients with a balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your family or guests with this colorful and delectable meal!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cider vinegar 
  • cups rice white hot cooked
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • tablespoon ginger fresh grated peeled
  • large bell pepper green cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 0.3 cup catsup 
  • tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 
  • cup onion chopped ( 1 medium)
  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • 16 ounce pineapple chunks in juice drained canned
  • large bell pepper red cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • pound chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.3 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • microplane

Directions

  1. Combine first 12 ingredients in an electric slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
  2. Serve over rice.
  3. Equipment Tip: To grate ginger quickly, we recommend using a Microplane grater. It's a kitchen must-have.

Nutrition Facts

Calories343kcal
Protein21.55%
Fat9.55%
Carbs68.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59.18
Glycemic Load
33.25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.500869626584%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.23mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Luteolin
1.46mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
6.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:342.94kcal
17.15%
Fat:3.66g
5.64%
Saturated Fat:0.9g
5.61%
Carbohydrates:59.45g
19.82%
Net Carbohydrates:56.5g
20.54%
Sugar:28.63g
31.81%
Cholesterol:71.82mg
23.94%
Sodium:385.84mg
16.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.6g
37.19%
Vitamin C:71.81mg
87.05%
Selenium:23.8µg
34%
Vitamin B6:0.68mg
33.75%
Vitamin B3:5.48mg
27.42%
Manganese:0.54mg
27.23%
Vitamin A:1102.48IU
22.05%
Phosphorus:216.53mg
21.65%
Potassium:538.61mg
15.39%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.45%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.07%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.03%
Magnesium:54.43mg
13.61%
Zinc:1.84mg
12.28%
Fiber:2.95g
11.79%
Copper:0.24mg
11.77%
Folate:36.32µg
9.08%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.06%
Iron:1.43mg
7.93%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.3%
Vitamin K:6.6µg
6.29%
Calcium:43.22mg
4.32%
Source:My Recipes