Description
This Sweet Chili Chicken recipe features tender chicken breast pieces marinated in a flavorful blend of sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, then stir-fried with fresh bell peppers and broccoli. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, it offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and a hint of spice, ideal for a quick and delicious dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Vegetables and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch until smooth. Add chicken pieces, toss them to coat evenly, and let the mixture marinate for 15 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets, cooking for 7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour any remaining marinade over the mixture, stirring well. Cook for an additional 3 minutes to let the flavors meld and the sauce thicken slightly.
- Serve: Transfer to serving plates and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added texture and flavor. Serve hot, ideally over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sweet chili sauce based on your taste preference.
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Serve this dish over steamed white rice, brown rice, or noodles for a complete meal.
- Add other vegetables like snap peas or carrots for extra color and nutrition.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes or fresh chopped chili peppers during sautéing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
