PANDA EXPRESS SWEET FIRES CHICKEN COPYCAT

You can make a copycat version at home. It’s healthier and tastes better than takeout!

Have you tried Panda Express sweet fire chicken? This is a relatively new item, but it has quickly become a fan favorite. It’s got that perfect sweetness and just the right amount of spice. They always serve you three pineapple chunks and three chicken pieces per serving, just like they do with every other entree.

This homemade version is surprisingly easy to prepare. If you are short on time, you can reduce the cooking time even further by using frozen nuggets. This will be ready to serve in just 15 minutes!

You can always make your version, which is healthier and tastier, since you’ll know what goes into it!

Ingredients

• Olive oil one tablespoon
• Red bell peppers, 1 chopped
• Fresh or canned diced pineapple: 1 1/2 cups
• Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, 1/2 cup or more to taste
• Green onions thinly sliced

For the CHICKEN

• Half a cup of vegetable oil
• Cut 1 pound of skinless, boneless chicken breasts into
• One-inch chunks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• Two large eggs, beaten

Instructions

• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
• Work one chicken at a time. Dredge it in flour. Dip into the eggs. Then, flour again. Press to coat.
• Add the chicken in batches to the skillet. Cook until it is evenly golden brown and crispy. This should take about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels.
• Over medium heat, heat olive oil in a large pan. Cook the bell peppers and pineapples, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes. Stir in the chicken and Thai Sweet Chili Sauce until well combined. This should take about 1-2 mins.
• Serve immediately and garnished with green onions.