Paleo Sweet Chili Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistible Paleo Sweet Chili Chicken! Made with tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless, skinless chicken thighs, this recipe is coated in a sticky, flavorful homemade sweet chili sauce that's both sweet and subtly spicy. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like coconut aminos, raw honey, fresh ginger, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this dish is gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for a Paleo lifestyle. The quick arrowroot slurry gives the sauce a luscious, thick consistency, while green onions and optional sesame seeds add a fresh and nutty garnish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice, zoodles, or roasted vegetables for a balanced, delightful meal that satisfies cravings without compromise. Perfect for anyone looking for a healthy and delicious dinner idea, this Paleo-friendly dish will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 3 tbsp raw honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 1 tbsp water (for the arrowroot slurry)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, raw honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to create the sweet chili sauce. Set aside.
In another small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder and water to form a slurry. This will be used to thicken the sauce later.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
Using the same skillet, pour in the prepared sweet chili sauce. Bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Stir the arrowroot slurry into the sauce, whisking constantly to avoid clumps. Continue cooking the sauce for 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it to coat all the pieces evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the chicken is heated through and well-glazed.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve hot with your favorite Paleo-friendly side, such as cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.8 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 567 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 1472 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.1 g | ||
| Protein | 120.0 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1270 mg | 27% | |
*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.
