Delicious Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

Looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this Instant Pot sweet and sour chicken recipe! With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water

Instructions:

  1. Place the chicken pieces in a bowl, and toss them with the 1/2 cup of cornstarch until they are fully coated.
  2. Turn on the Instant Pot to the sauté mode, and add the vegetable oil.
  3. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces in small batches and cook them until they are browned on all sides. Remove them from the pot and set them aside.
  4. Add the red and green bell peppers to the Instant Pot, and cook them for a few minutes until they are slightly softened.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and soy sauce.
  6. Pour the sauce into the Instant Pot, and add the pineapple chunks and browned chicken pieces.
  7. Close the lid of the Instant Pot, and set it to cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  8. Once the cooking time is complete, use the quick release function to release the pressure.
  9. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1 tbsp of cornstarch and 1 tbsp of water until it forms a paste. Pour the paste into the Instant Pot, and stir until the sauce has thickened.
  10. Serve the sweet and sour chicken over rice, and garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
This Instant Pot sweet and sour chicken recipe is sure to become a family favorite. It's quick, easy, and packed with delicious flavors that everyone will love. Give it a try today and taste the difference for yourself!

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