Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken, a perfect solution for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, you can serve up tender chicken pieces bathed in a luscious sweet-and-sour sauce made with pineapple juice. This dish is not only quick and easy but also customizable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit everyone’s taste. Plus, the one-pot cooking method means less cleanup, making this meal as practical as it is delicious. Say goodbye to takeout and hello to a homemade family favorite that guarantees no leftovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 6 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1 red bell pepper (cut into chunks)
- Pineapple chunks (from a can)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into larger chunks (about 2-3 inches) for even cooking.
- Set your Instant Pot to Sauté mode, add canola oil, and let heat briefly. Add chicken chunks and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced ginger, garlic, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and pineapple juice until well combined.
- Add reserved pineapple chunks and chopped red bell pepper into the pot and mix gently.
- Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and select Poultry or Manual mode at High Pressure for 5 minutes.
- After cooking, allow a natural release for about 10 minutes before releasing any remaining pressure. Gently stir everything together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg