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Sweet and Spicy Thai Chicken


  • Author: mohamedcherifsfaitrigmail-com
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful dish featuring succulent chicken thighs glazed with honey and chili sauce, complemented by vibrant bell peppers and crunchy broccoli, delivering a burst of sweet and spicy flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces and sear until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds.
  4. Toss in the sliced bell peppers and broccoli florets, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until tender yet still vibrant.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, chili sauce, rice vinegar, and lime juice, then pour over the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired, stirring everything to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove from heat and serve over jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

You can prepare the chicken and chop your vegetables a day in advance to save time. Feel free to customize the vegetables and spice levels to your liking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Thai chicken, sweet and spicy, weeknight dinner, healthy meal