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Sweet Chili Chicken Stir-Fry

35-Minute Sweet Chili Chicken Stir-Fry That Beats Takeout

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A quick and flavorful Sweet Chili Chicken Stir-Fry with crispy chicken coated in a sweet and spicy glaze.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Chicken Breast: 1.5 to 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Sweet Chili Sauce: 1 cup
  • Soy Sauce: 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
  • Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
  • Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Cornstarch: ¼ cup
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste
  • Green Onions: 2, sliced
  • Sesame Seeds: 1 tablespoon
  • Rice or Noodles: For serving

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 30 minutes.
  2. Coat marinated chicken in cornstarch seasoned with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet and fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Simmer remaining marinade to thicken, then toss fried chicken in the glaze.
  5. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
  • Cook chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Adjust sauce thickness with water or extra cornstarch if needed.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg