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Vibrant sweet chili glazed chicken breasts served on a white plate, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. The dish features glossy, spicy-sweet sauce with crispy edges, set against a rustic wooden table with fresh ingredients like red chili peppers and lime slices nearby.

Easy Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe for a Quick Dinner

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A delicious and easy-to-make sweet chili chicken dish, perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something spicy and satisfying.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken strips and cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
  4. Pour the sauce over cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding more or less chili sauce.
  • You can serve this dish with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • For extra crunch, add chopped cashews or peanuts.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if soy sauce is gluten-free)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg