Sweet chilli chicken with garlic, lemon and coriand

Name: Sweet chilli chicken with garlic, lemon and coriander recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, skinned; 2 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp peeled and grated ginger; 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce; 3 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped; 1 lemon, grated zest only; 1 lime, grated zest only; 1 pinch sea salt and cracked black pepper; 1 tbsp chopped coriander; 6 pak choi leaves; 50 g (1.8oz) baby herb salad

Servings: persons

1
Cut the chicken breasts into strips and place in a large bowl.
2
Add the olive oil, ginger, sweet chilli sauce, garlic, lemon and lime zest.
3
Season with a good pinch of salt and pepper and finally add the chopped coriander.
4
Mix well and leave in the fridge to marinate for 1 hour.
5
Heat a wok over a high heat.
6
Add the chicken pieces by hand.
7
Dont stir them around the wok at this stage as they need to caramelise straight away.
8
Once the pieces are golden brown on one side, turn the strips and cook on the reverse until golden brown and cooked through.
9
Add the pak choi leaves just before you are ready to serve and stir in well.
10
Remove from the heat and divide between 2 plates.
11
Garnish with a baby herb salad and spoon over the pan juices.

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chicken breasts, skinned, 2 tbsp olive oil, 0.5 tsp peeled and grated ginger, 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce, and more.

Yes, Sweet chilli chicken with garlic, lemon and coriander recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry 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 chilli chicken with garlic, lemon and coriander recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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