Ingredients
– 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 teaspoon minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon minced ginger
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Sweet and Spicy Chili Chicken is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes.
3. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned and cooked through.
5. Add the Sauce: Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Taste and Adjust: Taste the dish and adjust the spice level by adding more red pepper flakes if desired.
7. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if using.
8. Serve Hot: Transfer to a serving platter, ready to enjoy.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g