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A vibrant plate of sweet chili chicken featuring golden-brown chicken pieces coated in glossy, spicy sweet chili sauce, garnished with fresh green herbs and sliced red chili peppers, served on a rustic white plate with a drizzle of sauce, accompanied by colorful vegetables and rice, textures of crispy chicken and smooth sauce highlighted against a clean background.

Quick and Easy Sweet Chili Chicken Dinner

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A quick and flavorful sweet chili chicken perfect for weeknights, featuring crispy chicken pieces coated in a sticky, spicy sweet chili sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • Chopped green onions and sliced red chili for garnish
  • Steamed rice or vegetables for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly, simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions and sliced red chili, serve over rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce for spice preference.
  • Can be made spicier by adding extra chili flakes.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
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