Bahamian Sweet And Sour Chicken

This Bahamian Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe combines the flavors of the Caribbean with Chinese cooking techniques to create a delicious and unique dish.

Bahamian Sweet And Sour Chicken

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, white vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water to make the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
  2. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add the garlic, onion, and bell peppers. Cook until the vegetables are slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the pineapple chunks.
  7. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to coat everything in the sauce.
  8. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  9. Serve the Bahamian Sweet and Sour Chicken over steamed rice and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Small bowl

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve with a side of fried plantains for an authentic Caribbean meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier version, add some chopped scotch bonnet peppers to the sweet and sour sauce.

Cost

$15