Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced pineapple

Instructions:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: In a shallow bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken cubes in the cornstarch mixture until evenly coated.
3. Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned.
4. Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, mix pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
5. Assemble Chicken: Place the browned chicken cubes in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour the prepared pineapple juice mixture over the chicken.
6. Add Vegetables: Top the chicken with diced onion, bell pepper, and pineapple for added flavor and texture.
7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
8. Serve: Serve the baked sweet and sour chicken over cooked rice for a complete meal. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors!