Description
This Sweet Chili Chicken recipe offers a crispy, flavorful chicken coated in a deliciously tangy and sweet chili sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. Tender chicken pieces are seasoned, fried until golden brown, and then tossed in a vibrant sweet chili sauce, delivering a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Serve it over rice for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large egg
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup cornstarch
Frying
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil for frying
Sauce
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Optional Garnish
- Diced green onion
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl. Sprinkle garlic salt and paprika over the chicken, then crack the egg on top. Use your hand to massage and evenly coat the chicken with the seasonings and egg.
- Coat with Cornstarch: Transfer the seasoned chicken pieces into a large Ziplock bag. Add the cornstarch, seal the bag tightly, and shake vigorously to coat all the pieces thoroughly.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and has a crisp, golden-brown exterior.
- Toss in Sweet Chili Sauce: Pour the sweet chili sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Toss gently to coat every piece evenly with the sauce and warm it through.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the coated chicken to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with diced green onions for a fresh pop of flavor. Serve immediately over steamed rice and enjoy your flavorful sweet chili chicken.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can bake the coated chicken pieces at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, instead of frying.
- If you want extra crispy chicken, double coat by dipping the chicken again in egg and cornstarch before frying.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce to your desired level of sweetness and spice.
- Serve with steamed jasmine or basmati rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
- This dish pairs well with steamed or stir-fried vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
