Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a flavorful and quick stir-fry that combines tender chicken pieces with vibrant vegetables in a spicy, sweet chili sauce. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, this dish features a balance of heat and sweetness, topped with sesame seeds and green onions for added texture and freshness.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Garnishes
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Add chicken pieces, toss to coat evenly, and let marinate for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and broccoli. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender and vibrant.
- Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour any remaining marinade over the mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and coated with sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot, ideally over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sweet chili sauce according to your preference.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles for a filling meal.
- You can add more vegetables like snap peas or carrots for variety.
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly to avoid foodborne illness.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 16 grams
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 14 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 48 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 27 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
