Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for sweetness
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free option
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar for zest
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder (optional, for thickening)
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Start by rinsing and cutting your chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sweet chili sauce. Adjust the sweetness or zest to your taste. For a thicker sauce, dissolve cornstarch in a tablespoon of cold water and add to the mixture.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they’re golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the sauce and bring to a simmer. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or your favorite grains. Optional: garnish with additional sesame seeds and sliced scallions for presentation.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Adjust the amount of honey or sweet chili sauce to control sweetness and spiciness.
- If the sauce thickens too much upon reheating, stir in a splash of water or chicken broth to restore its gloss.
- This dish can also be baked or air-fried for a crispy texture without frying in oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if tamari used)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 360 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg