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Sweet Chili Chicken

Delicious Sweet Chili Chicken That's Quick and Easy to Make

This Sweet Chili Chicken recipe is a quick triumph that perfectly balances spicy and sweet flavors, making it a delightful crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: High Protein Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup bell peppers Sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas
For Serving
  • 4 servings cooked rice or noodles To soak up the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds For garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions Sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sweet Chili Chicken
  1. Begin by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the cut chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and ground ginger in a medium bowl.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, add the bell peppers, broccoli florets, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more chili sauce or sugar.
  8. Serve the Sweet Chili Chicken over cooked rice or noodles and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping vegetables and marinating the chicken for deeper flavors. Avoid overcrowding the pan during cooking.

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