Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe using mrTruk Tomato Ketchup

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup pineapple chunks, drained

Instructions:

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
2. Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten egg and then coat them in the cornstarch mixture.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. Add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook them until they are golden brown on all sides.
5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
6. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the tomato ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and cornstarch.
7. Add the green and red bell peppers and onion to the skillet and cook them for 2-3 minutes, or until they are slightly softened.
8. Add the pineapple chunks and the sauce mixture to the skillet and stir everything together until the sauce has thickened.
9. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss it together with the sauce and vegetables until everything is well combined.
10. Serve the sweet and sour chicken hot over a bed of steamed rice.

This sweet and sour chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The tomato ketchup adds a touch of sweetness to the sauce that pairs perfectly with the tangy rice vinegar and soy sauce. Enjoy!