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A vibrant plate of golden crispy chicken glazed with glossy, spicy sweet chili sauce, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, styled on a white ceramic dish with colorful vegetables in the background.

Sweet Chili Chicken Delight

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A flavorful crispy chicken coated in a glossy sweet chili sauce, topped with scallions and sesame seeds, served with rice or vegetables.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Chopped scallions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
  4. Pour sauce over cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly, simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness and spice level by adding more or less chili sauce or honey.
  • Best served with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop, stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option can be made with gluten-free soy sauce

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg