Description
Sizzling sweet chili chicken brings Asian-inspired flavors right to your dinner table. Crispy, golden-brown chicken pieces glazed with tangy sauce create a quick and delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a mixing container to create a vibrant marinade.
- Submerge chicken pieces completely in the marinade, ensuring each morsel is evenly coated. Allow flavors to meld for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, approximately 2 minutes.
- Carefully place marinated chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each piece to develop a golden-brown exterior. Cook for 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure uniform cooking.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a clean plate, keeping warm and preserving its juiciness.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger, creating an aromatic base for the vegetables.
- Introduce bell peppers and broccoli to the skillet, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables reach a tender-crisp consistency.
- Reintroduce chicken to the vegetable mixture, pouring any remaining marinade over the contents.
- Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to integrate and sauce to slightly thicken.
- Plate the dish, generously sprinkling with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by allowing chicken to marinate longer, ideally 30 minutes to 2 hours for deeper taste penetration.
- Ensure chicken reaches safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to prevent foodborne illness, using a meat thermometer for precise checking.
- Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Customize protein options by substituting chicken with tofu, shrimp, or lean beef for dietary preferences or variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg