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Sweet Chili Chicken

Sweet Chili Chicken: Quick, Crispy, and Flavor-Packed Delight

This Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick, exciting meal that brings Asian flair to your dinner table, perfect for families and gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts or Thighs Boneless, skinless cuts for quick cooking.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Essential for crispy coating.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Opt for a quality bottled version.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Consider low-sodium.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Freshly minced is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated) Adds zesty kick.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Balances the sauce.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Jasmine or basmati rice works best.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • 2 spring Green Onions (sliced) For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing your boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are lightly coated. Set aside while you heat the oil.
  2. In a large skillet, add about 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and place it over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Carefully add the coated chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer and let it cook undisturbed for about 5-7 minutes, until golden brown.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked through, reduce heat to medium and pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir gently to coat.
  6. Spoon the coated chicken over fluffy cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the oil is hot to achieve a crispy finish. Use quality sweet chili sauce for the best flavor.

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