Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a delightful dish that marries sweet and spicy flavors, creating an irresistible meal perfect for any occasion. Juicy chicken pieces are coated in a sticky sweet chili glaze, making this dish not only tasty but also visually appealing. Whether served at family gatherings or casual weeknights, Sweet Chili Chicken is sure to impress everyone around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil; add marinated chicken and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan; stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Reduce heat and simmer until cooked through; garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg