Sweet Chili Glazed Chicken Bites
Crispy, small pieces of chicken covered in a tasty sweet chili glaze. These chicken bites are perfect for a fast dinner, a fun snack, or a protein-packed lunch. The sweet and spicy glaze creates a sticky, yummy coating that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- Green onions thinly sliced (for topping, optional)
- Sesame seeds for topping, optional
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through to 165°F (74°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
- Reduce heat to low and pour the glaze over the cooked chicken. Stir until chicken is coated and sauce thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.