Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a sweet and tangy sauce, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. This recipe stands out for its harmony of flavors, featuring the tantalizing notes of sweet chili sauce, garlic, and ginger. It’s incredibly versatile; serve it over rice or noodles, toss it into a fresh salad, or enjoy it on its own. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this dish is not only quick to make but also incredibly satisfying. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that delivers delicious results every time.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Minced garlic
- Minced ginger
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through (about 7-10 minutes). Remove the chicken from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and broccoli until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the skillet and pour any remaining marinade over the mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the chicken marinate for up to 30 minutes. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables like snap peas or carrots. To increase spiciness, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.