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Sticky Sweet Chilli Chicken

Sticky Sweet Chilli Chicken for Quick Flavorful Nights

Enjoy a quick and easy Sticky Sweet Chilli Chicken that brings sweet and spicy flavors to your weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 500 grams Chicken Breasts Thighs can be used for juicier texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Sunflower Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Tomato Ketchup Adds sweetness and acidity.
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chilli Sauce Adjust for desired heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Ensure gluten-free if necessary.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (finely chopped) Jarred minced garlic is a convenient option.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Minced ginger from a jar is acceptable.

Equipment

  • Frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine chicken with tomato ketchup, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sweet chilli sauce. Mix thoroughly and let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
  2. Heat the Pan: Heat sunflower oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat until shimmering.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add marinated chicken to the pan and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until browned.
  4. Continue Cooking: Turn chicken and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until cooked through.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: Increase heat to high for the last minute to thicken the sauce.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve over sticky or Jasmine rice with optional sweet chilli sauce and sides like broccoli or prawn crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use pre-minced ginger and garlic for quicker preparation. Adjust glaze heat level as desired.

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