Sweet Chili Grilled Chicken
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Marinating Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
515 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sweet Chili Grilled Chicken
Description
This recipe involves marinating boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a mixture of sweet chili sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. The marinade infuses the chicken with a mild heat and sweet-tangy flavor. After marinating for at least one hour or longer for deeper flavor, the chicken is grilled over medium-high heat. Turning occasionally, the chicken cooks through evenly, achieving slight caramelization from the sugars in the chili sauce. Optional grilled bell peppers, lightly seasoned and oiled, can be cooked alongside for added color and sweetness.
Green onions add a fresh garnish finishing touch. The dish pairs well with white wines like a White Zinfandel, enhancing the sweet and savory notes. This preparation makes for a straightforward main course for a wide range of meals featuring grilled flavors with balanced seasoning.
The recipe recommends freshness for best texture and notes storing cooked chicken briefly in an airtight container if needed.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce low-sodium
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly ground
- 1 to 1.25 pounds chicken breast I used one large breast that I sliced in half, boneless skinless
- bell pepper sliced into thin strips and lightly coated with olive oil and salt and pepper, to taste, optional
- green onions sliced into thin rounds for garnishing
- pair with Sutter Home White Zinfandel
Instructions
- To a large ziptop plastic bag, add the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, chicken, seal bag, and squish the contents around so chicken is evenly coated.
- Place bag in the fridge to marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight is great if you can plan ahead).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Add the chicken, optional bell peppers, and grill for about 10 minutes, or until chicken (and peppers) are cooked through; flip intermittently to ensure even cooking.
- Garnish with green onions and pair with Sutter Home White Zinfandel.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour or overnight to deepen the flavor.
- Store cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Grilled bell peppers add sweetness and color and can be served on the side.
- Pair this grilled chicken with a White Zinfandel wine to complement the sweet and savory flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 515 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 515kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 1302mg | 54% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 36g | 72% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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