"The best authentic homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapple recipe is perfect for weeknights. Recipe for slow cooker or Instant Pot. Video tutorial!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, ( cut into bite-sized 1” cubes)
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2 tablespoons cornstarch (or arrowroot powder for Paleo friendly version (USE 3 tablespoons for an extra crispy coating))
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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cooking oil
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1 cup pineapple chunks
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2 sweet bell peppers (I used 1 red, 1 green, deseeded and cut into 1)
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sesame seeds (for garnish)
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1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce (use gluten free Tamari or coconut aminos for paleo version)
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1/4 cup chicken broth
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3 tablespoons tomato paste (or ketchup)
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3 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
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1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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2 teaspoons oyster sauce
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1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (leave out if you can't find this)
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1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
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2 garlic cloves (minced)
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1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced)
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2 tablespoons cornstarch (or arrowroot powder + 3 tablespoons cool water)
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cooked rice (or quinoa, or rice noodles)
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lunch containers