Asian Sweet Chili Chicken

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 25 mins | Yield: 4 servings

Asian Sweet Chili Chicken is so crispy, sticky, sweet, mildly spicy, and addictive that you’ll forget about takeout!

The sauce for this Asian Sweet Chili Chicken only requires a handful of ingredients, and the batter only requires a few minutes to mix and much less time to fry. Enjoy this amazing Asian Sweet Chili Chicken with steamed rice for a filling, easy homemade dinner perfect for everybody!

Ingredients

Tempura Battered Chicken:

2 tbsp canola oil

1 lb chicken thighs, boneless-skinless and cut into 1” pieces

2 egg whites

1 c. all-purpose flour, sifted

1 c. water ice cold

½ c. cornstarch

1 tsp baking powder

Sauce:

1 tbsp oil

canola oil for frying

3 green onions, sliced thinly, tip to tail not including the root

3 cloves garlic, minced

½ tsp crushed red pepper

½ c. Thai sweet chili sauce

Optional Garnishes:

minced green onions

white sesame seeds

How to make Asian Sweet Chili Chicken

Step 1: In a large bowl, place the batter ingredients and mix well until just combined.

Step 2: In a frying pan, pour in the oil deep enough to fry the chicken.

Step 3: Drain the batter from the chicken using a slotted spoon, then sliced the chicken into the pan. After the crust begins to form, break the chicken apart and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 5: After cooking the last batch of the chicken, discard almost all the oil, leaving only a few tbsp in the pan. Then, add the garlic along with the green onions. Saute for about 20 to 30 seconds over medium heat.

Step 6: Return the chicken to the pan and pour the sweet chili sauce on top. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper. Toss well.

Step 7: Serve this crispy and savory Asian Sweet Chili Chicken right away garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts: