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Thai Sweet Chili Chicken

Thai Sweet Chili Chicken: Easy Dinner with a Zesty Twist

Thai Sweet Chili Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Sweet Chili Sauce homemade for fresher flavor
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Honey substitute with maple syrup for vegan
  • 2 Limes freshly squeezed juice
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger fresh ginger for robust flavor
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts halved for quick cooking
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil neutral cooking oil works too
For Garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onion pre-sliced to save prep time
  • 2 wedges Lime to serve with the chicken

Equipment

  • Pressure Cooker
  • skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Zip-top Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Sweet Chili Chicken
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and ground ginger until smooth. Set aside half of the marinade for later.
  2. Place the halved chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or dish, pour in half of the marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the marinated chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Reduce heat to medium, pour the remaining marinade over the chicken, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Transfer the chicken and sauce to the pressure cooker, seal the lid, set to poultry mode, and cook for 10 minutes with quick release.
  6. Remove the chicken from the cooker, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with green onions and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating overnight intensifies flavors. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste and avoid overcooking for a juicy result.

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