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Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe

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Sweet Chili Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring crispy chicken coated in a sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy chili sauce, perfect for a quick dinner or party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up a breading station: place cornstarch in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and flour in a third.
  3. Dredge each chicken piece first in cornstarch, then dip into the egg, and finally coat with flour.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
  6. In a small saucepan, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  7. Toss the fried chicken pieces in the warm sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Use chicken thighs for juicier and more flavorful results.

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