Description
This Sweet Chili Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of spicy and sweet flavors, featuring tender chicken breast sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and broccoli. The dish is coated in a glossy sweet chili sauce that is both flavorful and easy to prepare, making it a quick and delicious weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
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
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Let the chicken marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces in an even layer. Sauté until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through, about 7 to 10 minutes. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets, and stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, until the vegetables are just tender but still vibrant.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in any remaining marinade and cook everything together for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, stirring well to coat the chicken and veggies in the sauce and ensure everything is heated through.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the sweet chili chicken and veggies to serving plates. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for at least 15 minutes enhances flavor absorption for a tastier dish.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce based on your preferred spice level.
- You can substitute bell pepper and broccoli with other vegetables like snap peas or carrots for variety.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if preparing for gluten-sensitive diets.
