Cooking Instructions:

Start by coating the chicken pieces with cornstarch, making certain they're evenly covered. Once coated, dip the chicken into the beaten egg mixture to create a second layer of coating.

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (160 degrees Celsius). While the oven is heating up, heat oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.

Quickly fry the coated chicken pieces in the heated oil until they turn lightly golden. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side. Once fried, place the chicken in a single layer in a baking dish.

In a separate bowl, mix together your sauce ingredients: sugar, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Pour this sauce over the chicken in the baking dish, making sure to coat each piece well.

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Halfway through the baking time, turn the chicken pieces to make certain they get an even coating of sauce.

For an extra crispy finish, you can broil the chicken for an additional 10 minutes after baking. This step is optional but recommended if you prefer a crunchier texture.

Once cooked, the sauce will have thickened. Serve the sweet and sour chicken hot over steamed rice, and enjoy your delicious meal!

For the best results, consider letting the chicken marinate in the sauce for an hour before baking to enhance the flavor.

You can also experiment with adding vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to the baking dish for extra nutrition and color. If you prefer a spicier version, feel free to incorporate red pepper flakes or hot sauce into the sauce mixture. Enjoy your cooking!