Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon
Bright glazed sweet chili chicken served atop a white plate, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, with vibrant red and orange chili sauce coating the crispy chicken pieces, styled casually on a rustic wooden table.

Quick Sweet Chili Chicken Dinner

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A fast and flavorful sweet chili chicken dish, perfect for busy nights, made with crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and spicy chili glaze.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • Chopped scallions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Coat chicken pieces with cornstarch evenly.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden and crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. While chicken cooks, heat sweet chili sauce with garlic and ginger in a small pan until warmed.
  4. Toss crispy chicken in the chili sauce until well coated.
  5. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding chili flakes.
  • Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg