Description
This Sweet Chili Chicken recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender chicken pieces marinated in a tangy sweet chili sauce are sautéed with garlic, ginger, bell peppers, and broccoli to create a vibrant and satisfying meal. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, it pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles for a complete, savory experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Let the chicken marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces in an even layer. Sauté until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets, and stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, until the vegetables are just tender but still vibrant.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in any remaining marinade and cook everything together for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, stirring well to coat the chicken and veggies in the sauce and ensure everything is heated through.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the sweet chili chicken and veggies to serving plates. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or fresh chili slices during the vegetable sauté.
- You can substitute chicken breast with thigh meat for a juicier texture.
- Serve with jasmine rice or rice noodles for a complete meal.
- Make sure to not overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken to ensure proper browning.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
