Sweet Chili Chicken
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4.5
996 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
282 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Sweet Chili Chicken
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This sweet chili chicken is ready in under 30 minutes! Crispy chicken tossed in Thai sweet chili sauce, served over steamed rice—it’s easy, flavorful, and perfect for any day of the week.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz. skinless boneless chicken breast or thigh, cut into small pieces
- oil for deep-frying
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce bottled
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white sesame
- 1/2 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
Frying Batter:
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup water ice cold
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 pinch salt
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Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients for the batter until well combined, then add the chicken to the batter.
- Heat a wok or skillet with about two inches of oil. Once the oil is fully heated, deep-fry the chicken until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a dish lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil.
- Clean the wok or skillet and heat it over medium heat. Add the oil and stir-fry the garlic until aromatic. Then, add the fried chicken, followed by the sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and salt. Stir well to coat the chicken with the sauce.
- Dish out the chicken and garnish with white sesame seeds and cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
- I never skip the cornstarch and baking powder when making this dish—they’re essential for getting that perfectly crispy coating on the chicken.
- I always use ice-cold water when mixing the batter to make the chicken as crispy as possible. The best part? It stays crispy even after being coated with sauce!
- I’m careful not to over-stir the batter. I just mix it until everything is incorporated, and I don’t worry about a few lumps—they’re totally fine.
- Before deep-frying, I make sure the oil is hot enough. This keeps the chicken from turning greasy and ensures each piece is fully cooked.
- For an extra sweet and spicy kick, I sometimes add red pepper flakes or a splash of Sriracha to the sweet chili sauce.
- For a tangy twist, I love squeezing a little lime juice into the sauce. It balances out the sweetness perfectly!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
3People
Calories
282kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
38g
(13%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
108mg
(36%)
Sodium
362mg
(15%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 282 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3People | |
| Calories | 282kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 108mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 362mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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996 reviews
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