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Colorful plate featuring glazed sweet chili chicken pieces, crispy edges, vibrant red chili sauce drizzled over tender chicken, garnished with fresh green cilantro on a rustic white plate, styled simply with a neutral background highlighting the glossy sauce and crispy texture.

Easy Sweet Chili Chicken Quick Dinner

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A quick and flavorful sweet chili chicken dish with crispy skin, coated in a spicy, sweet glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ginger.
  4. Pour the sauce over cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until glazed and bubbly.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add sliced scallions or sesame seeds as toppings.
  • Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or breasts for leaner option.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free soy sauce

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of dish
  • Calories: 330 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg