Easy Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Easy Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl, where tender chicken is enveloped in a sticky, sweet chili sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and spicy. Ideal for busy weeknights, this quick and delicious recipe pairs fresh vegetables with aromatic garlic, making it a satisfying meal that rivals your favorite takeout. Serve it over rice or quinoa for a complete dining experience that’s as visually appealing as it is flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers and broccoli)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a frying pan over medium heat.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken breasts; cook approximately 6 minutes per side until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Pour sweet chili sauce over the chicken and simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
- Toss in mixed vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking until bright and slightly tender.
- Serve hot over rice or quinoa, drizzled with extra sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg