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A vibrant plate of sweet chili chicken featuring crispy glazed chicken bites coated in glossy sweet chili sauce, garnished with fresh green herbs, served on a white ceramic plate with colorful vegetable sides, with a rustic wooden background, textures of crispy chicken and smooth sauce highlighted.

Sweet Chili Chicken Dinner Favorite

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A delightful sweet chili chicken dish with crispy bites coated in a flavorful sweet chili sauce, ideal for an easy dinner or quick meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch evenly.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté briefly until fragrant.
  4. Add sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, toss to coat with the sauce, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a touch of red pepper flakes.
  • Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (use gluten-free soy sauce)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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