Dairy-Free Sweet Chilli Chicken
Satisfy your craving for bold, vibrant flavors with this Dairy-Free Sweet Chilli Chicken recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy dish features juicy, bite-sized chicken thighs coated in a glossy, dairy-free sweet chilli sauce infused with garlic, ginger, soy, and a touch of zesty lime. The recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, and its simple preparation ensures flawless results every time. Serve it over steamed rice, noodles, or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. With optional garnishes like sesame seeds and spring onions for added texture and flavor, this dish is ideal for those seeking gluten-free options and big bold tastes without dairy. Tender, saucy, and bursting with Asian-inspired flair, Dairy-Free Sweet Chilli Chicken is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
- 4 tbsp Sweet chilli sauce (ensure dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 Spring onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the hot pan and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on the outside and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium. In the same pan, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice, and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan and stir well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss it in the sauce until fully coated. Simmer for 2 more minutes to ensure the chicken is heated through.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
Garnish with thinly sliced spring onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.9 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 3988 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 135.2 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1531 mg | 33% | |
*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.
