Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that elevates any weeknight meal. Featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a vibrant sweet chili sauce, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for busy evenings or special gatherings, Sweet Chili Chicken can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it a versatile option for any table. The delightful combination of garlic and ginger enhances the overall taste, ensuring that every bite is mouthwatering. Serve it over rice or in lettuce wraps for a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a bowl. Add chicken pieces and coat well; let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and broccoli for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, pour any remaining marinade over everything, and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg