Ingredients

  • 3 uncooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 2 stalks celery, diagonally sliced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 1 small red bell pepper, cut in strips
  • 1 small green bell pepper, cut in strips
  • 1/3 cup pineapple juice or 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar (can use more)
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup mangoes or 1 cup pineapple chunk
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper

Method

  • In a large skillet, bring chicken and stock to a simmer over med-high heat.
  • Add celery, onion and sweet peppers; cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink inside, and veggies are almost tender-crisp.
  • Mix together the juice, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce until blended.
  • Stir into skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Cook, stirring for about 2 minutes, or until glossy and thickened.
  • Mix the cornstarch with a small amount of cold water and add to the simmering sauce to thicken.
  • Add mango or pineapple chunks (if using), salt and pepper; simmer for 2 minutes, or until heated through.