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Sweet And Spicy Thai Chicken

Sweet And Spicy Thai Chicken for a Quick Flavor Boost

Sweet And Spicy Thai Chicken combines honey's sweetness with chili heat for a quick, versatile weeknight dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs For juicier results, use thighs instead of breasts.
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Honey Substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger Opt for fresh ginger for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Peppers Provide heat; adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Replace with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Used to thicken the sauce.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • medium-sized bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry. Allow to reach room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped chili peppers.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Reduce heat and pour the sauce over the chicken. Stir gently to coat and allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then pour it into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and serve garnished with cilantro or green onions, alongside jasmine rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 26gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for a few hours for more flavor. Adjust the heat level of the dish as desired.

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