Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe

This incredibly flavorful Thai Sweet Chili Chicken recipe is a family favorite, ready in under 40 minutes! Quick to prep and incredibly forgiving, this dish lets you customize the spice level with red pepper flakes. The sweet and savory sauce coats tender chicken, creating a delicious meal perfect served with fluffy jasmine rice and your favorite stir-fry vegetables or a spicy soup. Get ready for a taste of Thailand in your kitchen!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 210 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Thai Sweet Chili Chicken

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thai Sweet Chili Chicken

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How to Make Thai Sweet Chili Chicken

  1. Finely chop 1/2 cup of onion, 1 tablespoon of ginger, and 4 cloves of garlic.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the chopped onion, ginger, and garlic and sauté until the onions begin to brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces) to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5 minutes, until lightly browned.
  4. Pour in 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste).
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced by at least half and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of chopped onion and 1 tablespoon of chopped ginger. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until softened.
  8. Serve hot over jasmine rice with your favorite sides. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

7g

Carbs

2g