Sweet Chili Chicken
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 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
Description
The chicken is coated in a batter combining egg white, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and ice-cold water to achieve a light, crispy crust when deep-fried. Once golden, the chicken is stir-fried briefly with garlic, bottled Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, salt, and then garnished with white sesame seeds and chopped cilantro.
The dish balances the crunchy texture of the fried coating with the glossy, sticky sauce that carries sweet and mildly spicy notes. The lime juice adds subtle acidity that brightens the flavor without overpowering the sauce's sweetness.
Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of textures. The recipe notes emphasize using ice-cold water for batter crispness, not over-mixing the batter, and ensuring oil temperature is high for proper frying. Optional additions include red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat and extra lime juice for tang.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. chicken breast or thigh, cut into small pieces, skinless, boneless
- neutral cooking oil for deep-frying, generic cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking 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 cilantro chopped 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 neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 pinch salt
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
- Always use ice-cold water when preparing the batter to maintain crispiness.
- Do not over-mix the batter; a few lumps are acceptable.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before deep-frying to prevent greasiness.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sweet chili sauce.
- Lime juice added to the sauce balances its sweetness with acidity.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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