Description
This Thai Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breast pieces coated in a tangy and mildly spicy sweet chili sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines the sweetness of Thai chili sauce with the zest of lime and the richness of garlic and soy, all stir-fried to a glossy finish and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Optional: Sliced green onions for garnish
- Optional: Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the Thai sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and minced garlic. Whisk until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, then set the sauce aside.
- Heat the skillet: Place a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and pour in the vegetable oil. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers, indicating it is ready for cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add them to the hot skillet and sear for about 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken turns golden brown and is fully cooked through.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Toss or stir to coat all the pieces evenly. Continue cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the chicken.
- Serve: Transfer the chicken to serving dishes and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if using. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by choosing a mild or spicy Thai sweet chili sauce.
- Serve this dish with steamed jasmine rice or a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken to ensure even browning.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce.
