Description
Sweet chili chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweetness with a hint of spice. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a rich sweet chili sauce, creating a flavor explosion that will impress your family and friends. Quick to prepare and bursting with vibrant colors, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 green onions, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce and minced garlic. Add chicken and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the glaze: Pour remaining marinade over the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Garnish: Plate the chicken and sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg