Description
This Sweet Chili Chicken is crispy, sticky, and full of bold flavor — the perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and savory. Tossed in a garlicky chili glaze and topped with green onions and sesame seeds, it’s better than takeout and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1.5–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
¼ cup cornstarch
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
Prep chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then toss in cornstarch until evenly coated.
Sear chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches, cooking until golden and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per side. Set aside.
Make sauce: In the same pan, reduce heat and add garlic and ginger. Sauté briefly, then stir in sweet chili sauce and soy sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Toss & coat: Return chicken to the pan and toss until coated in sauce and heated through.
Serve over rice or noodles. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 38g