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Sweet Chili Chicken

Sweet Chili Chicken: Irresistibly Flavorful & Easy to Make

Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and delicious dish that combines juicy chicken with a vibrant sweet chili sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch for crispy texture
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
For Serving
  • rice or noodles jasmine rice, basmati rice, or your favorite noodles

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Add the chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the cornstarch coating by seasoning it with salt and pepper in a separate bowl. Set aside.
  3. Remove the chicken from the fridge, drain excess marinade, and dredge each piece in the seasoned cornstarch.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for better flavor. This recipe can be easily adapted for a vegetarian option by using tofu.

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