Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a delightful dish that seamlessly combines tender chicken pieces with a sweet and spicy chili sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This quick recipe takes just 30 minutes from prep to plate, ensuring you can serve up a meal that’s not only delicious but also easy to make. The vibrant flavors of garlic and ginger enhance the dish, while customizable ingredients allow you to add your favorite veggies for a personal touch. Perfect for families, this dish brings smiles around the dinner table!
Ingredients
- 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 minced ginger
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in a bowl with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and broccoli for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and combine with vegetables; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor absorption, consider marinating the chicken for up to 30 minutes. Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables like snap peas or carrots for added nutrition. Adjust sweetness by adding red pepper flakes if you prefer more heat.