Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and fluffy rice, all coated in a sweet and tangy chili sauce. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also an explosion of flavors that will make your taste buds dance. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and customizable according to your pantry staples. Gather your family around the table and enjoy this wholesome meal that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add seasoned chicken to the skillet; cook until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Toss in bell peppers and snow peas; stir until just tender (3-4 minutes).
- Drizzle sweet chili sauce and soy sauce over the mixture; stir well and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the chicken mixture over bowls of cooked rice, garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (~350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate the chicken in sweet chili sauce before cooking. Customize by swapping chicken for tofu or shrimp and adding seasonal vegetables like broccoli or zucchini. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for two months.