Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken
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I love Chinese food, especially a sweet and sour entree. Take out can be great if it is fresh made and it can be enjoyed soon after the pick up. When that is not the case, make it at home.
Being apart of Sam’s Fresh Salsa Food Bloggers Recipe Challenge, I knew I had an ingredient the company sent me that would save lots of time when making the sweet and sour sauce. This recipe, Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken, is a delicious spin on Chinese Sweet and Sour Chicken.
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TO AID IN THE CREATION OF MY RECIPES I RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING SAM’S FRESH SALSA PRODUCTS FROM THE COMPANY:
6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mild Salsa
6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Medium Salsa
And 6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mango Pineapple Salsa
This quote from Sam’s website says it all about their dedication to making a quality product. “Sam’s™ Fresh Salsa is your answer to real ingredients, freshness, and guaranteed quality. We pride ourselves on using zero preservatives or additives and provide a delicious product that’s versatile to all your meals or dipping adventures! With Sam’s you’ll feel good about what you’re eating.”
The fresh mango and pineapple pieces in the salsa are ready for the sweet and sour sauce. Add the whole container to a sauce pan and add in the ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and add in the chicken stock cornstarch slurry. Continue to simmer until it thickens and just like that your sauce is done!
Once the chicken pieces are dredged and fried it is time to dress with the sauce. The crispy coating on the chicken thigh pieces holds so well to the Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Sauce. Even the small amount of leftovers we had reheated so well. Toss well in the sauce and serve over your favorite cooked rice.
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Check out my other two entries for this contest…One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish and Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake
Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken
Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken is your new homemade take-out dish. Sam’s Fresh Salsa makes the sauce so quick and easy. Who doesn’t like less chopping and a product packed with flavor that helps make a meal fabulous. This Mango Pineapple Salsa is the answer.
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS:
1-12 oz. Sam’s Fresh Salsa Mango Pineapple
2 tbs. ketchup
1 tbs. soy sauce
3 tbs. rice vinegar
2 tbs. brown sugar
3/4 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup plus 1 tbs. cornstarch, divided
1 1/2 lbs. chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, trimmed, cut into 1” pieces
2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
1/4 tsp. black pepper
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup flour
1 tsp onion powder
4 cups oil (vegetable oil was used)
GARNISH:
2 green onion tops, cut on a bias
1 tbs. toasted sesame seeds
Serve with cooked rice for 4, prepared according to the instructions.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. In a large saucepan, add the Sam’s Fresh Mango Pineapple Salsa, ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar and brown sugar. Stir to blend and bring to a simmer.
2. Whisk together the chicken stock and 1 tbs. cornstarch and add to the simmering sweet & sour mango pineapple sauce. Stir and continue to simmer for several minutes to thicken the sauce. Set the sauce aside.
3. Add the remaining 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp. Kosher salt, 1/4 tsp. black pepper to a large ziplock bag and shake to blend the ingredients. Add in the chicken, zip closed and toss to coat.
4. In a shallow bowl, add in the beaten eggs. In another bowl add in the flour, onion powder and blend.
5. In a deep pot, heat the oil to 350 degrees. Remove the chicken pieces for the bag, removing any excess cornstarch. Dredge the pieces into the beaten egg and then into the seasoned flour.
6. Once all the chicken pieces are coated, begin frying in small batches for approximately 4-5 minutes to achieve a golden brown crust and the internal temperature reaches 165.
7. Remove the chicken from the oil and use the remaining teaspoon of salt to season.
8. When all of the chicken is fried, toss with the sauce that is hot. (Reheat the sauce if it has cooled.)
Serve over rice and garnish with the cut green onion tops and sesame seeds. Enjoy!!
