Sweet Sour Chicken Shrimp

Sweet and Sour Chicken Shrimp is a tantalizing fusion dish that combines crispy golden chicken bites and succulent shrimp with a vibrant, tangy-sweet sauce. Perfectly balanced with the brightness of bell peppers, juicy pineapple chunks, and a bold sauce made of ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and brown sugar, this dish is a culinary celebration of flavor and texture. The chicken and shrimp are lightly coated and fried to perfection, then tossed in a thickened sweet-and-sour glaze for a mouthwatering finish. Ideal for dinner, this recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles, making it a crowd-pleasing option for family meals or casual gatherings. Easy-to-follow and ready in under an hour, Sweet and Sour Chicken Shrimp turns simple ingredients into an unforgettable Asian-inspired delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 12 pieces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 pieces eggs
• 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 piece red bell pepper, diced
• 1 piece green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
• 0.25 cup white vinegar
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 0.5 cup water
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup cornstarch and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.

Step 3

Dip each chicken piece in the egg, then coat it in the flour mixture. Repeat with the shrimp.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces and shrimp in batches until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 5

In a separate large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the diced red and green bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 7

Stir in the pineapple chunks and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 8

In a bowl, whisk together white vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, and 1/2 cup water. Pour the mixture into the skillet with the vegetables and pineapple.

Step 9

Bring the sauce to a simmer. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the sauce and cook until thickened, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Add the fried chicken pieces and shrimp to the skillet, tossing them to coat evenly in the sauce.

Step 11

Cook for another 2 minutes to ensure the chicken and shrimp are heated through.

Step 12

Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1935.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5497.3

Total Fat 493.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 918.6mg	0%
Sodium 1984.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 78.2g
Protein 135.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 336.9mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 2320.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.8%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 12.7%