Sweet and Sour Topped Baked Potatoes

Submitted by Kendra*

"This is my first try at submitting a recipe, so please be kind! I'm not sure where I got the original recipe, but I know that I've made some adjustments over time. It's also good using shrimp or pork and I'm sure it would be wonderful even if made with no meat at all."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 4 large baking potatoes
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons margarine
• 2 cups pineapple juice, divided
• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar
• 1⁄4 cup white vinegar
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 drops Tabasco sauce
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 cups chicken, cooked
• 1⁄4 cup carrot, sliced and cooked

directions

1. Bake potatoes at 400 degrees for one hour or until done.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper for 5 minutes.
3. Add 1 3/4 C pineapple juice and bring to a simmer.
4. Stir in sugar, vinegar, soy sauce and Tabasco.
5. Combine remaining 1/4 C pineapple juice and cornstarch, stirring well and adding to vegetables.
6. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook for 5 minutes.
7. Add chicken and carrots, and simmer until thoroughly heated.
8. Split tops of potatoes; fluff insides with a fork and top with sweet and sour mixture.

Reviews

[Gloria in Michigan]

We grilled chicken legs cut up and put into the sauce & vegatables, was excellant over the baked potatoe,I also served it over white rice just as good,this would make a great dish with any type of meat!!!Thanks Kendra.