Sweet and Sour Chicken

 

 

1 pound boned chicken, cut into cubes

2 tablespoons oil

1 cup green pepper strips

1 cup carrot strips

1 garlic clove, minced

1-1/4 cups chicken broth

8 oz. can pineapple chunks in juice

1/4 cup soy sauce

3 tablespoons brown sugar

3 tablespoons vinegar

2 tablespoons dry sherry (optional)

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1-1/2 cups instant rice

 

Directions

 

In a large skillet, cook chicken, stirring frequently, in hot oil until chicken is well browned. Add in the green pepper, carrot and the garlic. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes.

 

Add in the chicken broth, pineapple with the juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, sherry and the ginger. Bring to a full boil.

 

Add in the rice, stirring to blend. Cover and remove pan from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff mixture with a fork.

 

Makes 4 servings.