Sweet-Chili Glazed Chicken Bites – Juicy Chicken with a Zingy, Sweet Heat
Juicy, bite-sized chicken pieces glazed in a sticky sweet-chili sauce that packs the perfect balance of sweetness and heat—ideal for appetizers or a quick dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
- Reduce heat to medium, pour sauce over cooked chicken, and stir to coat.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Great as a party appetizer or served over rice for a main dish.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce for more or less heat.
- Try with crispy tofu for a vegetarian alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg