Instant Pot Sweet & Sour Chicken for Two
Are you looking for a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for a cozy dinner for two? Look no further! My Instant Pot Sweet & Sour Chicken is not only quick to prepare but also packed with mouth-watering flavors. This dish combines tender chicken with a tangy and sweet sauce, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option.
The Instant Pot makes this recipe incredibly simple, cutting down on the cooking time without sacrificing any of the rich, authentic flavors. Whether you are a seasoned cook or new to using an Instant Pot, this recipe is straightforward and ensures a delightful dining experience.
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Ingredients –
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 pd boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1″ chunks
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooked rice
Steps
In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder and salt. Set aside.
Pour cornstarch into a gallon-sized zip-top bag.
Season chicken with salt and pepper and place inside the bag of cornstarch. Close bag and shake until chicken is coated evenly.
Press Saute button on Instant Pot. Pour in oil and let heat 1 minute.
Working in batches, remove chicken pieces from bag and dip into beaten eggs.
Shake to remove any excess egg, then layer chicken evenly in hot oil on the bottom of the pot. Let cook, unmoved for 30 seconds.
Flip and cook another 30 seconds. Remove from pot and continue with remaining chicken.
Once chicken all the chicken pieces are cooked, pour sauce into pot and deglaze. Add chicken and turn to coat with sauce.
Close lid and set pressure release to Sealing. Press Manual or Pressure Cook button and adjust time to 3 minutes. When timer beeps, allow pressure to release naturally. Unlock lid and remove.
Serve this delightful Sweet & Sour Chicken over a bed of steamed rice or noodles, and garnish with some fresh green onions or sesame seeds for an extra touch.
This recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a great way to enjoy a restaurant-quality dish at home. Perfect for date night or any evening you want to treat yourself to a special meal. Enjoy!
I’d love to hear your thoughts on this scrumptious and easy dish! Leave you comments below.
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Instant Post Sweet & Sour Chicken for Two
My Instant Pot Sweet & Sour Chicken is not only quick to prepare but also packed with mouth-watering flavors. This dish combines tender chicken with a tangy and sweet sauce, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 pd boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1″ chunks
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooked rice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder and salt. Set aside.
- Pour cornstarch into a gallon-sized zip-top bag.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and place inside the bag of cornstarch. Close bag and shake until chicken is coated evenly.
- Press Saute button on Instant Pot. Pour in oil and let heat 1 minute.
- Working in batches, remove chicken pieces from bag and dip into beaten eggs.
- Shake to remove any excess egg, then layer chicken evenly in hot oil on the bottom of the pot. Let cook, unmoved for 30 seconds.
- Flip and cook another 30 seconds.
- Remove from pot and continue with remaining chicken.
- Once chicken all the chicken pieces are cooked, pour sauce into pot and deglaze.
- Add chicken and turn to coat with sauce.
- Close lid and set pressure release to Sealing.
- Press Manal or Pressure Cook button and adjust time to 3 minutes.
- When timer beeps, allow pressure to release naturally. Unlock lid and remove.
- Serve this delightful Sweet & Sour Chicken over a bed of steamed rice or noodles, and garnish with some fresh green onions or sesame seeds for an extra touch.
