Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

Preparing the Chicken:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
3. Place cornstarch in a shallow bowl and beaten eggs in another shallow bowl.
4. Dredge each chicken piece in cornstarch, then dip into beaten eggs, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
5. Place coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
6. Lightly spray chicken with cooking spray.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and crispy, turning halfway through baking.

Making the Sweet and Sour Sauce:

1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger powder, and 1/4 cup water.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
4. Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assembling the Dish: