Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.25 cup

cider vinegar

0.25 cup

ketchup

0.25 cup

water

3 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp

lemon juice

0.5 tsp

salt

1 packet

sweetener

1 tbsp

cornstarch

dissolved in water

1 tbsp

water

1 tbsp

vegetable oil

(optional)

Step 1
~2 min

Combine cider vinegar, ketchup, water, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and sweetener in a small pan.

Step 2
~2 min

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Continue boiling until the sauce thickens and becomes clear, stirring occasionally.

Step 4
~2 min

If using, heat vegetable oil in a separate pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove skin from chicken breasts.

Step 6
~2 min

Broil or bake chicken breasts in a toaster oven, or microwave them.

Step 7
~2 min

Place chicken on a bed of rice.

Step 8
~2 min

Top with cool fruits and vegetables (tomato, pineapple, bell pepper, onion, etc.).

Step 9
~2 min

Pour warm sauce over the chicken, rice, and vegetables.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference.

For a thicker sauce, use a bit more cornstarch.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over rice or noodles.

Serve with grilled chicken or tofu.

Serve as a dipping sauce for appetizers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Chicken
Tofu
Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

A popular sauce in many Asian cuisines, adapted globally.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
healthy eating
party appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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