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Sweet Chili Chicken

Easy Sweet Chili Chicken Dish

Sweet Chili Chicken is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines crispy fried chicken pieces with a glossy, sweet and spicy sauce made from garlic, chili, honey, and soy. It's easy to make at home and tastes better than takeout. Serve it over rice or noodles for a comforting and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil for the sauce
  • Oil for deep frying as needed
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp chopped green onions optional, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare Chicken:
  1. In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Dip chicken pieces into beaten egg, then dredge in the flour mixture.
  3. Set aside for 5 minutes to let the coating adhere.
Cook Chicken:
  1. Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C.
  2. Fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy (about 5–6 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
Make Sauce:
  1. In a pan over medium heat, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
  2. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, and vinegar/lime juice. Stir to combine.
Combine:
  1. Toss fried chicken in the sauce until well coated.
  2. Cook for another 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Serve:
  1. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
  2. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, bake the coated chicken pieces at 200°C for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Adjust the chili sauce amount for less/more heat.
  • Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated.