Description
Sweet chili chicken balances crispy texture with a sticky, tangy sauce full of bold flavor. It’s a simple dinner option that feels exciting without extra effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound chicken breast
Vegetables:
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
Sauces and Seasonings:
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Instructions
- Whisk ½ cup sweet chili sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a medium bowl. Drop your 1-pound chicken breast pieces into the marinade and coat thoroughly. Let the chicken soak for 18 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet at medium-high heat (375°F). Sprinkle 1 tablespoon minced garlic and 1 teaspoon minced ginger into the hot oil. Stir quickly for 30 seconds.
- Transfer marinated chicken pieces into the skillet. Spread chicken in a single layer to ensure even browning. Cook for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway through until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Toss 1 sliced bell pepper and 1 cup broccoli florets into the skillet. Sauté vegetables for 3-4 minutes until they turn bright green and maintain a crisp texture.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper across the chicken and vegetables. Gently stir to distribute seasoning evenly.
- Transfer the sweet chili chicken to a serving plate. Scatter 1 tablespoon sesame seeds and 2 tablespoons sliced green onions on top for a fresh, crunchy finish.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for the full 20 minutes allows deeper flavor penetration and helps tenderize the meat.
- Using high heat when cooking ensures a nice golden-brown exterior while keeping the chicken juicy inside.
- Fresh ginger and garlic make a big difference in flavor, so avoid using pre-minced versions if possible.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular soy sauce for tamari and double-check your sweet chili sauce ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 to 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg