Pineapple Chicken Delight
Equipment
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Saucepan
- skillet
- stirring spoon
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 2 cups sliced raw chicken breasts 1″ strips
- 18 pineapple cubes canned
- 1 whole green pepper cut into 1″ long thin slices
- 1 cup sliced raw celery
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup apricot nectar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 bottle tomato ketchup
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine the white vinegar, apricot nectar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup.
- Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, dilute the cornstarch in a little water.
- Gradually add this mixture to the simmering sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
- Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
- In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken breasts and sauté without browning.
- Add the green pepper slices, celery, and pineapple cubes to the skillet.
- Stir constantly to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Pour the prepared sweet and sour sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Pairing:
A Riesling or Gewürztraminer would pair wonderfully with this dish, as their sweetness and acidity complement the sweet and sour flavors of the pineapple chicken.Nutrition values
Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 60 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 5 g | Sugar: 40 g