Sweet & Sour Chicken: Your 30-Minute Meal Prep Hero (Halal & Healthy!)

Spice up your meal prep with Bozu's quick and easy halal Sweet & Sour Chicken recipe. Packed with flavour and perfect for busy weeknights!

If you're tired of the same boring chicken dinners and want a meal that's quick, healthy, and halal, Bozu has the perfect solution for you.

Try Sweet & Sour Chicken. This 30-minute recipe is packed with protein, veggies, and a tasty sauce that's sweet and tangy. It's perfect for meal prepping, so you have a delicious lunch or dinner ready whenever hunger strikes. 

So, let’s learn how to cook it.

Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe

Here's everything you'll need to whip up this vibrant and flavourful dish in just 30 minutes. 

• Chicken Breast
• Basmati Rice
• Pineapple (fresh or canned)
• Pineapple Juice
• Red Pepper
• Green Pepper
• White Onion
• Coriander (fresh, chopped)
• Smoked Paprika
• Onion Powder
• Vegetable Oil
• Ginger (fresh, grated or minced)
• Water
• Brown Sugar
• Red Chilli (fresh, chopped)
• Garlic (minced)
• Red Wine Vinegar
• Tomato Ketchup
• Soy Sauce (or Tamari for a gluten-free option)
• Lime (juice)
• Ground Black Pepper
• Salt
• Spring Onion (sliced for garnish)

Instructions

Follow these steps to cook this delicious dish. 

First, let’s cook rice. 

• Start by rinsing the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. 
• Next, let the rice soak in cold water for about 30 minutes. 
• After the soak, drain the rice and put it in a pot. For every cup of rice, add 1 ½ cups of water. Now, crank up the heat and bring it to a boil.
• Once it's bubbling, turn down the heat down to low, put the lid on tight, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
• Then, take it off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork.

Now, your rice is ready to serve as the perfect base for your Sweet & Sour Chicken!

Prep the Chicken

• Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. 
• If you're a meal-prep pro, partially freeze the chicken first — it's way easier to cut!

Make the Sauce

• Mix the pineapple juice, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, tomato ketchup, soy sauce (or tamari if you're gluten-free), and a squeeze of lime juice in a bowl.
• Give it a good stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Spice Up the Chicken

• In a separate bowl, combine the smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Toss the chicken pieces in this spice mixture until they're evenly coated.

Cook the Chicken

• Heat a splash of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Once it's hot, add the spiced chicken and cook until it's golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).

Chop the Veggies

• While the chicken is cooking, chop the red and green peppers, white onion, and pineapple into bite-sized pieces.
• Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pan and set it aside.

Stir-Fry the Veggies

• In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed and toss in the chopped peppers, onions, and pineapple.
• Stir-fry for a few minutes until they start to soften.

Add Ginger and Spices

• Now, add the grated or minced ginger, garlic, and a pinch of red chilli flakes (if you like it spicy!) to the skillet.
• Stir everything together for a minute or two until it's fragrant.

Combine with Sauce

• Pour the sweet and sour sauce into the skillet with the veggies and stir everything together.
• Let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Add the Chicken Back

• Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and toss it in the sauce until it's well coated and heated through.

So, here’s your Sweet & Sour Chicken ready. Serve it with the rice you prepared earlier.

For meal prepping, make a big batch of this on the weekend and portion it out for quick & easy lunches or dinners throughout the week.

Why This Sweet & Sour Chicken Is Best

This Sweet & Sour Chicken isn't just tasty — it's also got some benefits for busy folks like you.

Good for Your Muscles

We all know protein is important, right? Well, this dish is packed with it, thanks to the chicken breast.

That means you'll stay fuller for longer and have more energy to tackle your workday.

Veggies for the Win

We've loaded this recipe with colourful peppers and onions, packed with essential vitamins and fibre. That means better digestion, a stronger immune system, and more energy to tackle your to-do list.

Flavour & Function

The sweet and sour sauce is the perfect balance of deliciousness and nutrition. The pineapple and brown sugar bring the sweetness, while the vinegar and lime juice add a tangy kick that's actually good for your gut. 

Plus, the vibrant flavours will make your taste buds sing!

Perfect for Meal Prep

This recipe is a meal prep champion. Whip up a big batch on Sunday, and you've got lunches sorted for the whole week. It's a lifesaver when you're short on time but still want a delicious, homemade meal.

Budget-Friendly

Eating healthy doesn't have to break the bank. This recipe uses simple, affordable ingredients that you easily find at your local grocery store. 

So, you nourish your body without emptying your wallet.

Your Meal, Your Rules

• Not a fan of spicy food? Dial back the chilli flakes.
• Want more zing? Add an extra squeeze of lime.
• This recipe is flexible. Customise it to your liking.

Energy Boost

We all hit that midday slump sometimes. This Sweet & Sour Chicken is a great way to recharge. The protein and complex carbs from the rice will give you a steady stream of energy to power through the rest of your day.

Take the Hassle Out of Healthy Eating with Bozu

We get it, life gets busy, and sometimes you just need a break from the kitchen. So, here, Bozu is filling the gap.

We're all about making your life easier with delicious, healthy, halal meal prep options delivered straight to your door.

So, if you're ready to ditch the meal prep stress and say hello to flavour-packed, budget-friendly meals, hit us up! Let Bozu take care of the cooking so you focus on everything else life throws your way.