Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a delicious dish that perfectly combines sweet and spicy flavors, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. This recipe offers a step-by-step guide to creating a flavorful meal that is visually appealing and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Sesame seeds and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger in a large bowl. Add the chicken pieces and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the pan. Stir-fry for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Serve the Sweet Chili Chicken on a plate, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro. Enjoy with rice or noodles.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish can be frozen for up to a month. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg