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Sweet Chili Chicken

Sweet Chili Chicken: Your New Favorite Easy Weeknight Dish

Sweet Chili Chicken is a flavorful dish with tender chicken and sticky sweet chili sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 7 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5-2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts ensuring tenderness and easy cooking
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch to help achieve a crispy texture when frying
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce adds sweetness and heat
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce for savory depth
  • 4 cloves garlic minced for aromatic flavor
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced for warmth and spiciness
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for pan-frying
For Garnish
  • 2 green onions sliced to add freshness
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for a nutty crunch
For Serving
  • as needed jasmine rice or noodles to serve alongside

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Sweet Chili Chicken
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Add the chicken pieces and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Mix cornstarch with a pinch of salt and pepper in a separate bowl while the chicken marinates. This mixture will provide a crispy exterior when frying the chicken.
  3. After marinating, remove the chicken and allow excess marinade to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned cornstarch, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for about 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
  5. Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve warm with jasmine rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken for a longer time and ensure an even coating of cornstarch for crispiness.

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