Description
Indulge in a vibrant Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors. This delightful dish features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a homemade sweet chili sauce, all served over a hearty base of rice or quinoa. Ideal for any occasion, from family dinners to meal prep, this bowl promises a burst of flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 2 cups colorful bell peppers, sliced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and cook chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove and keep warm.
- Sauté bell peppers in the same skillet for about 3 minutes; add green onions towards the end.
- In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and a splash of water. Whisk until combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet, pour sauce over it, and stir well. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice or quinoa and drizzle with extra sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken in sweet chili sauce for at least one hour for deeper flavor. Feel free to customize veggies; add broccoli or snap peas for extra nutrition. Adjust spice level by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha.