Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a crispy, savory dish with tender chicken coated in a cornstarch batter, sautéed to golden perfection, and tossed in a savory-sweet chili sauce, offering a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
Ingredients
- 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until well-coated, shaking off any excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, stirring to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the crispy chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce until evenly coated. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve the Sweet Chili Chicken over rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños to the sauce if you want more heat.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh.
- If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the amount of sweet chili sauce and add more soy sauce for a savory flavor balance.
- You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
- Frozen chicken can be used, but make sure to thaw and pat dry before coating with cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
