Sweet Chili Chicken
Sweet Chili Chicken is a deliciously quick dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a vibrant sweet chili sauce. This recipe balances savory and sweet flavors, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a delightful dish that can be served over rice or with fresh vegetables, satisfying your cravings while keeping meal prep simple.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¾ cup sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a medium bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar until well combined.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the sauce mixture over each piece, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving with any remaining sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 135mg