Sticky Sweet and Sour Chicken
A quick and delicious one-tray meal featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a flavorful sweet and sour sauce with bell peppers and pineapple.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped Mix of colors is encouraged.
- 1 cup pineapple chunks Canned works just fine.
- 1 onion, sliced
Sauce Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish Optional, for extra flair.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and cornstarch.
- In a large baking sheet, toss together chicken, bell peppers, pineapple, and onion. Drizzle the sauce over and mix well.
Cooking
- Place the tray in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Use pre-cut veggies or frozen stir-fry mixes to save time. Serve chicken deconstructed for picky eaters. Enjoy over rice or in lettuce wraps.