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Sunset Chicken

By: Teri Denlinger 
"Peaches, tomatoes and vinegar give this dish a sweet and sour taste that is truly unique, quite different from other sweet and sour recipes. "

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (11)

What to Drink?

Wine Riesling
Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
40 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 10 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 to 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (4 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces, skin removed
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 (29 ounce) can sliced peaches, juice reserved
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, drained

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown chicken pieces, then cover and saute for 7 to 10 minutes, until golden brown and almost cooked through. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. Saute onion and bell pepper in skillet until soft; set aside. In a medium saucepan combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar and 1 cup of the reserved peach syrup. Stir together, bring to a boil and cook until clear, stirring constantly; stir in peaches, tomatoes with liquid and onion/bell pepper mixture.
  4. Pour sauce over chicken pieces, cover dish and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes. Remove cover and bake for another 20 minutes.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 657 | Total Fat: 41.2g | Cholesterol: 195mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2004 by Michelle C   view full review
I followed all the directions, with the exception of substituting boneless breasts. Just not...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 1, 2009 by Nanjee   view full review
Interesting and tasty, with unexpected combinations of flavors
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2003 by BABSKITCHEN   view full review
A nice combination of sweet and tangy. Who would guess tomatoes and peaches could work...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2010 by 5cook100   view full review
I used cut-up chicken but next time will use skinless chicken breast. Overall, quite tasty and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2010 by SARAH   view full review
I ADDED SOME GARLIC AND A JALEPENO AS WE LIKE THINGS A LITTLE SPICIER AND I ADDED LESS PEACHES...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2010 by 007baker   view full review
I substituted the whole chicken for 4 chicken breasts. I also have a tip for making the sauce:...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 6, 2008 by juliahill   view full review
Made this for when some family came over, was a big hit! Then I took the left overs to work...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2009 by Douglas Harrell   view full review
Very good combination of sweet and tangy.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2006 by BEAN82597   view full review
I have loved this recipe for a few years now! It's very colorful and tasty, tangy and juicy. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2011 by Al   view full review
Would also try this recipe with jalapeno peppers.

 

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