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Sweet Chili Chicken

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.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 282 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai

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

Instructions

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  1. Mix all the ingredients for the batter until well combined, then add the chicken to the batter.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

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

% 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.