Sweet and Savory Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 1 1/2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped into bite-sized cubes
02 - 1/4 teaspoon of garlic salt
03 - 1/2 cup of cornstarch
04 - 1/3 cup of vegetable or canola oil for pan-frying

→ For the Sweet Pineapple Glaze

05 - 3/4 cup of packed light brown sugar
06 - 1/2 cup of pineapple juice
07 - 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
08 - 3 tablespoons of white vinegar
09 - 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
10 - 1 1/2 cups of fresh or canned pineapple chunks

→ Toppings

11 - Sesame seeds for sprinkling
12 - Sliced green onions for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Start by sprinkling the garlic salt over your cubed chicken pieces. Transfer the seasoned chicken into a large mixing bowl or a resealable plastic bag. Toss in the cornstarch and shake or mix everything together until each piece is completely coated with a nice even layer.
02 - Get your large skillet nice and hot over medium-high heat with the oil. Once it's shimmering, add the coated chicken pieces and let them cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, flipping them occasionally. You're looking for a beautiful golden-brown color on all sides. Don't worry if they're not fully cooked through yet—they'll finish cooking in the sauce.
03 - Grab a medium bowl and combine the brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, white vinegar, and cornstarch. Whisk everything vigorously until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps of cornstarch hiding at the bottom.
04 - Pour your freshly whisked sauce directly over the browned chicken in the skillet. Add in those juicy pineapple chunks and give everything a good stir to make sure the chicken and pineapple are well coated in the sauce.
05 - Turn the heat down to low and let everything bubble away gently for about 15 minutes, stirring now and then. You'll see the sauce transform into a thick, glossy glaze that clings beautifully to the chicken. The chicken should be fully cooked through by now.
06 - Spoon the pineapple chicken over a bed of fluffy white rice. Finish it off with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and some freshly sliced green onions for that perfect pop of color and flavor.

# Notes:

01 - This dish strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet, with tender chicken coated in a sticky pineapple glaze.
02 - For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the chicken by dipping it in beaten egg before the cornstarch.
03 - Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully in a skillet or microwave.

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