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Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe

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Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring crispy chicken bites tossed in a sticky, sweet-and-spicy chili sauce. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs well with rice, noodles, or veggies.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2–3 tbsp vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • Optional: chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then toss in cornstarch until well coated.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar or lime juice. Stir and let simmer for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for a stir-fry version.
  • Stir in sriracha or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  • Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.
  • Bake chicken at 425°F for 20–25 minutes for an oven-baked version.
  • Use homemade sweet chili sauce if preferred.

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