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Irresistible Sweet Chili Chicken

A quick and easy dish that combines tender chicken and a rich sweet chili sauce for a delightful sweet and savory flavor.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or fresh vegetables for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, stirring to coat the chicken.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
  6. Serve over rice or with fresh vegetables.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in sweet chili sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust sweetness and heat to taste.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken, sweet chili, quick meal, easy recipe, weeknight dinner