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Delicious sticky sweet chili chicken served with vibrant vegetables

Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken

A deliciously sticky and sweet chicken dish that combines the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making it a crowd-pleaser for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks Use whichever is on sale.
  • Salt and pepper Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasted for extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
Cooking Essentials
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For Serving
  • Cooked rice or fresh veggies Rice soaks up the sauce, and veggies add color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the pan. Cook until browned on all sides.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, stirring to coat.
  4. Reduce heat and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and sauce is thickened.
Serving
  1. Serve over rice or with fresh veggies.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, add a splash of water to prevent drying out.