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Irresistible Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe

This sweet chili chicken combines vibrant Asian flavors with tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers restaurant-quality results using simple ingredients and Chinese cooking techniques.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into uniform 1-inch pieces. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure even cooking and better coating adhesion.
  2. Place cornstarch in a large bowl or ziplock bag. Add chicken pieces and toss until evenly coated. Shake off any excess cornstarch.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer, working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and chicken broth until well combined.
  5. Return all chicken to the skillet. Pour the sweet chili sauce mixture over the chicken. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully.
  6. Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed white rice.

Notes

Chicken thighs provide more flavor and tenderness, while breasts offer leaner protein. Both work excellently in this recipe. If sauce is too thin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and stir into simmering sauce until thickened.