Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish features succulent chicken coated in a glossy, vibrant sauce that pairs perfectly with rice or noodles. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil.
- Marinate chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- Pour leftover marinade over chicken; stir in cornstarch mixed with water until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Garnish with green onions and red pepper flakes before serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg