Sweet and Sour Chicken (Low Fat and Volumetric)

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 0
Low Fat and Volumetric Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( chopped in chunks )
2 bell peppers ( any color , chopped in chunks )
1 onion ( large , chopped in chunks )
1 cup vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup pineapple juice ( from a can of pineapple chunks )
6 ounces tomato paste
2 tablespoons cornstarch ( dissolved in cold water )
1/3 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1 cup pineapple chunk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
257
Sugar
14g
Fat
5g
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a popular Chinese dish that is loved by people all over the world. This low-fat and volumetric recipe is a healthy alternative to traditional Sweet and Sour Chicken. The dish is made with lean chicken breast chunks, bell peppers, onions, and pineapple, and is coated in a flavorful sauce that is sweet and tangy. This recipe is perfect for people who are looking to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor. It can be served with brown rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.In a large pan, add oil and heat it up over medium heat.
2.Add chicken chunks to the pan and cook until they turn golden brown. Take out the chicken and keep it aside.
3.In the same pan, add the bell peppers and onions and cook them until they soften.
4.Add vinegar, salt, orange juice, pineapple juice, and tomato paste to the pan and stir them well.
5.Add dissolved cornstarch and Splenda sugar substitute to the pan and keep stirring until the sauce thickens.
6.Finally, add pineapple chunks and cooked chicken to the pan and mix them with the sauce well. Cook for an additional 5 minutes and the dish is ready to be served.

PROS

Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional take-out Chinese food.
This recipe is low in fat and volumetric, making it ideal for people who are watching their weight.
It is easy to prepare and can be made in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

CONS

Due to the use of Splenda sugar substitute, the dish can have an artificial taste to it.
Additionally, some people might miss the deep-fried texture and crispy coating that is found in traditional Sweet and Sour Chicken.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a healthy alternative to traditional Sweet and Sour Chicken. It is low in fat and high in protein, making it an ideal dish for people who are watching their weight. The dish contains bell peppers, onions, and pineapple, which are rich in vitamins A, C, and K. Additionally, the dish is low in calories and high in fiber, making it a great option for people looking to eat a healthy and balanced meal.

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