Gluten Free Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken

Total time35 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

Golden, crispy chicken bites get tossed with crunchy red and green bell peppers, sweet pineapple chunks, and a glossy, tangy-sweet sauce built on ketchup, rice vinegar, and a touch of sugar. Fresh garlic and ginger add a savory punch, while cornstarch gives the chicken that irresistible light crisp before it all comes together in one skillet. Every bite balances bright acidity with a caramelized sweetness, and the sauce clings perfectly to each piece without ever feeling heavy. Spoon it all over a bowl of fluffy white rice and finish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for the full effect. This one comes together fast enough for a weeknight but tastes like something worth savoring, and it's a solid pick for a gluten free dinner rotation.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the chicken

1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
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½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
3 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided

For the sauce

⅓ cup ketchup
¼ cup rice vinegar
3 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained, juice reserved

For the vegetables

1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

For serving

cooked white rice, for serving
2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, granulated sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup of the reserved pineapple juice until smooth and the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
2
Pat the chicken pieces dry, then toss them in a large bowl with the salt, black pepper, and 3 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.

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