Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple
Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple pairs crispy chicken bites with a glossy, tangy-citrus sauce layered with marmalade, fresh pineapple, and a gentle kick of ginger and red pepper. Each bite balances bright acidity with fruity sweetness and a hint of heat. Serve it for a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or as a standout dish for casual gatherings.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 34 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 24 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 66 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 57
- Heart Health
- 23
- Metabolic
- 30
- Digestive
- 40
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk the ice water and egg together in a bowl using a whisk or fork. Add the baking soda and salt; whisk to combine. Add 1 cup flour; whisk until mixed but still lumpy.
- 2
Put the remaining 1 cup flour in a separate bowl. Coat the chicken pieces in the flour, then dip them in the egg mixture, letting any extra batter drip off.
- 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or a large, deep skillet over medium heat until a drop of water sizzles when it hits the oil.
- 4
Carefully lower the chicken into the hot oil; fry until golden brown and no longer pink in the centers, 3 to 4 minutes, turning if needed. Set aside and keep warm.
- 5
Stir the cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water together in a small bowl.
- 6
Combine the sugar, ketchup, vinegar, 1/2 cup water, orange marmalade, pineapple, pineapple juice, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and pepper flakes in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Add the cornstarch mixture. Reduce the heat; simmer, stirring often, until it reaches the desired thickness.
- 7
Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve.
- Calories 433.27 kcal High 22%
- Protein 30.84 g Good Source 62%
- Carbohydrate 70.86 g 26%
- Total Fat 2.44 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.33 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 99.91 mg High 33%
- Sodium 282.82 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 2.99 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 40.56 g --
- Added Sugars 4.48 g Moderate 9%
- Calcium 8.65 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 2.55 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 52.04 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 26.53 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 3.46 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.14 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Eggs 🥚
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Orange Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple is made with 18 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Chicken Breast, and Cornstarch. Each serving provides about 433.27 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Chicken Breast, Cornstarch, Eggs. The full list of 18 is above.
- How long does it take to make Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple?
- About 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 433.27 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple healthy?
- Orange Sweet-and-Sour Chicken with Pineapple has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 433.27 calories and 30.84 g of protein, or 62% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 282.82 mg (12% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 4.48 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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