Weight Watchers Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey or sugar substitute
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1/2 cup water

Other Ingredients:

• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• Chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
   • Coat each piece in cornstarch, dip in beaten eggs, and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Bake the Chicken:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and crispy.
4. Prepare the Sauce:
   • While the chicken is baking, whisk together ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey or sugar substitute, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger powder, and water in a saucepan.
   • Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens. Remove from heat.
5. Combine Chicken, Sauce, and Vegetables:
   • In a large mixing bowl, toss the baked chicken, diced bell pepper, and pineapple chunks.
   • Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the chicken and vegetables, coating them evenly.
6. Bake Again:
   • Transfer the coated mixture back to the baking sheet.
   • Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly.
7. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
   • Serve over rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-point option.

Nutritional Information (Approximate, per serving):

• Calories: 350-400 calories
• Protein: 30-35g
• Carbohydrates: 45-50g
• Fat: 6-8g
• Fiber: 3-5g