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Sweet Chili Chicken Stir Fry

Sweet Chili Chicken Stir Fry: A Quick, Flavorful Delight

Experience the delightful blend of sweetness and heat with this Sweet Chili Chicken Stir Fry, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Main protein source; can substitute with beef, shrimp, or tofu.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 pieces Bell Peppers Mix colors for variety.
  • 1 head Broccoli Can substitute with bok choy or snow peas.
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Base of the dish; homemade options enhance taste.
  • 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated; fresh preferred.
For Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Used for thickening the sauce.
For Cooking
  • Water or Chicken Broth As needed for cooking.

Equipment

  • Wok or Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare all ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring. Slice chicken, chop bell peppers, and cut broccoli into florets.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until blended.
  3. Dissolve cornstarch in cold water to create a slurry.
  4. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Add broccoli and bell peppers. Stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Add cornstarch slurry and stir until sauce thickens.
  7. Serve over cooked jasmine rice or quinoa and garnish with sesame seeds or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, chop ingredients ahead of time. Use high heat for best results and keep veggies crunchy.

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