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Sweet Chilli Chicken

Sweet Chilli Chicken: Quick, Sticky, and So Irresistibly Good

This Sweet Chilli Chicken recipe offers a quick, gluten-free meal packed with sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 500 grams Chicken Breasts Diced into bite-sized pieces; replace with firm tofu for vegetarian/vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh or jarred.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Tomato Ketchup Hoisin sauce can substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Light Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 3 tablespoons Sweet Chilli Sauce Adjust quantity to control spice level.
For Frying
  • 2 tablespoons Sunflower Oil Use any neutral oil.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional.
  • 2 stalks Spring Onions Sliced finely.

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • frying pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by combining your diced chicken breasts with tomato ketchup, minced garlic, ginger, light soy sauce, and sweet chilli sauce in a large bowl. Toss everything together until the chicken is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes or up to 30 minutes.
  2. In a large frying pan, pour in enough sunflower oil to coat the bottom (about 1-2 tablespoons). Heat over low to medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until the oil shimmers.
  3. Once the oil is ready, add the marinated chicken to the pan in a single layer. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through.
  4. In the final minute of cooking, increase the heat slightly to help bubble the sauce, stirring gently to evenly coat the chicken. Cook just long enough for the sauce to thicken, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Transfer the Sweet Chilli Chicken to a serving plate over jasmine rice or quinoa. Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced spring onions on top for added crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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