Sheet Pan Sticky Sweet and Sour Chicken Easy Sheet Pan Sweet & Sour Chicken with Pineapple Glaze Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 red onion, chopped 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained) 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste For the Sticky Sweet and Sour Sauce: 1/3 cup ketchup 1/4 cup rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss chicken pieces, bell peppers, onion, and pineapple with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk together ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens (2–3 minutes). Remove from heat. Remove sheet pan from the oven, pour sauce evenly over chicken and veggies, and toss to coat. Return to the oven and bake for another 10–12 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and caramelized. Serve hot over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #sweetandsourchicken #sheetpanmeals #easychickendinner #stickychicken #onepanrecipes #pineapplechicken #homemadechinesefood #weeknightmeals #healthyishcomfort #saucychicken #bakedchickenrecipes #easyfamilydinners #ovenroastedchicken #glazedchicken #sweetandspicy #chickenandpeppers #onepanmagic #savoryandsweet #familyfavorite #quickcomfortfood Craving takeout? Try this Sticky Sweet and Sour Chicken made on a single sheet pan—crispy, saucy, and packed with pineapple flavor!

Easy Black Pepper Chicken Takeout-Style Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium onion, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon water Directions: In a bowl, combine the chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Stir-fry the onions, bell peppers, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp. Return the chicken to the pan, add 1 tablespoon of water, and stir-fry everything together for another 1–2 minutes. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #blackpepperchicken #asianstirfry #takeoutathome #chickenstirfry #wokrecipes #easychickendinner #homemadechinesefood #spicystirfry #bellpepperrecipes #quickmeals #garlicchicken #blackpepperflavor #savorydinner #asianflavors #chinesetakeout #midweekdinner #mealprepideas #stirfrychicken #simpledinners #fastfoodhomestyle Skip the takeout and whip up this Easy Black Pepper Chicken right at home! Juicy chicken, vibrant veggies, and bold black pepper flavor in every bite!

Tajik Chicken with Tomatoes and Yogurt Savory Tajik Chicken in Spiced Tomato-Yogurt Sauce Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 1.5 lbs (700g) chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into chunks 3 medium tomatoes, chopped 1/2 cup plain whole milk yogurt 1/4 cup water Salt and black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped Cooked rice or flatbread, for serving Directions: Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken starts to brown, about 5–6 minutes. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until they soften and release their juices. Lower the heat and stir in the yogurt and water. Mix well until smooth. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the sauce is slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped dill or parsley. Serve hot with rice or warm flatbread. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tajikfood #centralasianrecipes #yogurtchicken #tomatochicken #comfortfood #homecooking #traditionalcuisine #easterneuropeanfood #globalflavors #easychickendinner #healthycomfortfood #culturalrecipes #halalrecipes #herbychicken #riceandchicken #chickencurryinspired #yogurtsauce #worldcuisines #authenticflavors #ethniccuisine This Tajik Chicken with Tomatoes and Yogurt is a simple yet soul-warming dish that’s bursting with spice and tradition Perfect with rice or flatbread!

Smothered Chicken Pasta Creamy Smothered Chicken Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp paprika Salt and pepper, to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, diced 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Season chicken on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook another minute. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Let it reduce slightly. Pour in heavy cream, add Italian seasoning, and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and smooth. Slice chicken and return to the pan to smother in the sauce. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to the skillet. Toss everything to coat. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 610 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #smotheredchicken #chickenpasta #creamygarlicpasta #comfortfoodrecipes #weeknightdinner #onepotpasta #easychickendinners #pastarecipe #creamyparmesan #pastaideas #homecookedmeal #chickenandpasta #italianinspired #cheesypasta #garliccream #mozzarellapasta #heartymeals #quickdinner #chickencomfortfood #dinnerinspo Just made this creamy Smothered Chicken Pasta and I’m OBSESSED Tender chicken, garlic parmesan sauce, and cheesy goodness all in one pan!

Korean Sweet and Spicy Chicken Sticky Korean-Style Chicken with Gochujang Glaze Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Vegetable oil, for frying For the sauce: 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste) 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon water For garnish: Sesame seeds Sliced green onions Directions: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, and salt. Toss the chicken pieces in the dry mixture until well coated. Heat oil in a deep skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5–6 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine gochujang, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and water. Stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened slightly. Add the fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat thoroughly. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. Pair with steamed rice or enjoy as an appetizer. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 430 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #koreanchicken #gochujangchicken #sweetandspicy #koreanrecipes #friedchicken #stickychicken #spicyasianfood #homemadekorean #easychickendinner #kfoodlove #koreanfusion #kitchencomforts #crispychicken #asianglaze #boldflavors #koreanappetizer #spicybites #friedfavorites #takeoutathome #glazeddelicious Say hello to flavor! This Korean Sweet and Spicy Chicken is crispy, sticky, and coated in a bold gochujang glaze you’ll crave every week. Serve it with rice or devour it solo!