Description
This Thai Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breast pieces coated in a sticky, tangy Thai sweet chili sauce with hints of lime and garlic. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it’s cooked in a skillet and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds for added texture and taste.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Sauce
- 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the Thai sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and minced garlic. Whisk until well combined and set aside.
- Heat the skillet: Place a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and pour in the vegetable oil. Allow the oil to shimmer, indicating it’s hot enough for cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add them to the hot skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared Thai sweet chili sauce mixture over the cooked chicken. Toss well to coat all pieces evenly. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the chicken.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the chicken hot. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cut into uniform pieces to cook evenly.
- You can adjust the amount of Thai sweet chili sauce to suit your preferred level of sweetness and spiciness.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
