Name: Sweet Chili Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken tenderloins, cubed (can use boneless chicken thighs or breasts); ¼ cup cornstarch; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon onion powder; 2 Tablespoons oil (avocado, light olive oil, etc.); ½ cup sweet chili sauce; ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce; 2 Tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated (or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger); 2 teaspoons paprika; 2 Tablespoons honey; 2 Tablespoons sliced green onions (optional); 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Description

A delicious Sweet Chili Chicken recipe that’s easy to make and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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1 pound chicken tenderloins, cubed (can use boneless chicken thighs or breasts)
¼ cup cornstarch
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
2 Tablespoons oil (avocado, light olive oil, etc.)
½ cup sweet chili sauce
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
2 Tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated (or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger)
2 teaspoons paprika
2 Tablespoons honey
2 Tablespoons sliced green onions (optional)
1 Tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

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Instructions

In a bowl or ziploc bag, combine 1 pound chicken tenderloins, cubed, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder. Ensure the chicken is fully coated and set aside.
Over medium heat, add 2 Tablespoons oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the juices run clear, flipping the chicken halfway through for even cooking.
If the chicken starts to stick, feel free to add more oil, especially if using a stainless steel pan.
Add ½ cup sweet chili sauce, ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce, 2 Tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger, 2 teaspoons paprika, and 2 Tablespoons honey to the skillet. Stir for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Top the dish with 2 Tablespoons sliced green onions and 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

This dish pairs well with rice or noodles.
Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer red pepper flakes.
For added flavor, let the chicken marinate for an hour before cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg