Description
Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and easy dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its perfect balance of sweetness and heat. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve up this delightful recipe that will impress your family and friends alike. Whether for a busy weeknight or a festive gathering, this vibrant meal brings everyone together at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep: Gather ingredients and let chicken sit at room temperature. Chop garlic and green onions.
- Marinate: Combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar in a bowl. Add chicken; marinate for 15 minutes.
- Cook: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Sauce: Add remaining marinade, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Finish: Toss in green onions during the last minute of cooking for added freshness.
- Serve: Plate hot over steamed rice or alongside fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added variety, swap chicken for tofu or shrimp. Experiment with vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas to customize your dish.