Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe

Name: Sweet Chili Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast half, cut into 1 inch dice; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon gingerroot, peeled and minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 green onions, chopped; 2 cups spinach, stems removed; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 3 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce (red pepper jelly may be substituted, but don't use Asian chili paste); 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add ginger, green onions and garlic and stir 30 seconds.
3
Add chicken cubes and stir-fry 2 or 3 minutes, until browned.
4
Mix the hoisin, chili sauce and soy sauce and add to the chicken.
5
Cook until chicken is fully cooked.
6
Add spinach and cook a minute until just wilted.
7
Serve over rice and garnish with cilantro.
8
If you prefer a thick sauce combine a teaspoon of cornstarch with a bit of water and stir in until sauce thickens.
9
Leftovers make a good wrap filling with additional vegetables.

327

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast half, cut into 1 inch dice, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon gingerroot, peeled and minced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Sweet Chili Chicken falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Chili Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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