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Sweet Chili Chicken

This sweet chili chicken is battered chicken pieces that are cooked to crispy brown perfection, then tossed in sweet chili sauce. Serve over rice for a complete meal that's even better than take out!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 294 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • oil for frying
  • 3/4 cup Sweet chili sauce
  • 1/3 cup sliced green onions

Instructions

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  1. Place the eggs in a bowl, add salt and pepper to taste
  2. Mix the flour and cornstarch together and place in a shallow bowl or on a plate
  3. Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 350 degrees F
  4. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, then roll into the flour mixture. Repeat with all of the chicken.
  5. Fry 7-8 pieces of chicken at a time for 5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Repeat the process with all of the chicken.
  6. Toss the chicken with the chili sauce. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.

Notes

  • This dish is best served immediately, as the coating on the chicken will start to soften when it hits the sauce.
  • The secret to easy frying is to use a thermometer to monitor the temperature of your oil. You want your oil to be right around 350 degrees F. 
  • Leftovers will stay fresh in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken on the stove top over low heat until warmed through. The chicken will not be as crispy when reheated if it’s stored with the sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 294kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 127mg (42%) Sodium 472mg (20%) Potassium 450mg (13%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 115IU (2%) Vitamin C 1.4mg (2%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 294

% Daily Value*

Calories 294kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 127mg 42%
Sodium 472mg 20%
Potassium 450mg 10%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 115IU 2%
Vitamin C 1.4mg 2%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.