Chili Sauce Chicken
Turn up the heat in your kitchen with this bold and flavor-packed Chili Sauce Chicken! Tender, juicy chicken thighs are lightly coated in cornstarch for a crispy edge, then smothered in a rich, spicy-sweet chili sauce made with red chili paste, honey, soy sauce, and a splash of rice vinegar for tangy balance. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is perfect for busy weeknights but impressive enough for entertaining. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or sautéed veggies, making it a complete, comforting meal. Whether you love bold flavors or crave a hint of spice, this chili sauce chicken delivers satisfaction with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Red chili paste
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season them with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Lightly coat the chicken thighs in cornstarch, ensuring they are evenly covered.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the red chili paste, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and water. Mix well to create the chili sauce.
Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet, coating them thoroughly in the sauce. Let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 785 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 314 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
