30-Minute Thai Sweet Chili Chicken That=True Heats Up Your Tastebuds
Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs are a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 6 boneless chicken thighs
- ⅓ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Cooked jasmine rice for serving
Instructions
- Make the Sweet Chili Marinade: In a bowl, whisk sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and lime juice.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in the marinade and toss until coated. Let sit for at least 20 minutes.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and slightly caramelized.
- Glaze & Simmer: Pour remaining marinade into the pan and simmer until thick and glossy.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions on top. Serve over jasmine rice.
Notes
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
- Adjust chili sauce for preferred spice level.
- Use fresh lime juice for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg