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Crispy Sweet Chili Chicken Bowls

These vibrant bowls feature crispy chicken coated in sweet chili sauce, served over rice with fresh veggies.

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Crispy Sweet Chili Chicken Bowls

Say hello to your new favorite weeknight dinner! Our Crispy Sweet Chili Chicken Bowls bring together tender, crispy chicken, a sticky-sweet and tangy sauce, and fresh veggies, all piled over fluffy rice. It's an explosion of flavors and textures that's both satisfying and super simple to make.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Crispy Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Sweet Chili Sauce

  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)

For Serving

  • Cooked rice
  • Chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds (optional)
  • Steamed broccoli or bell pepper strips (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

  2. Step 2

    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger (if using). Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to medium. Pour the sweet chili sauce mixture into the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until chicken is well coated and heated through.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately over cooked rice, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Add steamed vegetables if desired.

Tips

  • Ensure chicken pieces are roughly the same size for even cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken, or it won't get crispy.
  • Add a splash of lime juice to the sauce for extra brightness.

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