Description
Make delectable Sweet Chili Chicken Bites in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. These crispy chicken bites are marinated in a flavorful sweet chili glaze that will tantalize your taste buds and keep everyone coming back for more. The recipe is easy to follow, making it suitable for cooks of all skill levels. Whether served as an appetizer, a main dish, or atop a fresh salad, these bites are sure to impress with their satisfying crunch and vibrant flavors. Enjoy a homemade meal that’s healthier than takeout and packed with deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup avocado oil (for frying)
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds and green onion (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and vegetarian oyster sauce; set aside.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken pieces in batches for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet.
- Pour the sweet chili glaze mixture into the skillet and simmer until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat in the glaze.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 ounces (85g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg