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Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo

Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo: Your New Go-To Weeknight Delight

Experience a flavor explosion with Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo, a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken thighs or chicken breasts for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce consider low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 2 tbsp Honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch or arrowroot powder as an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil optional for flavor enhancement
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper or green bell pepper
  • 1 medium Yellow bell pepper or additional red bell pepper
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white onion works well
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced preferred
  • 1 tbsp Ginger fresh recommended for more intensity
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Rice vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Water
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Green onions or chives as a substitute
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds optional
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked rice quinoa or noodles can be alternatives

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken thighs with soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, and water until smooth.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet, add oil, and sauté marinated chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, stir-fry onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger for about 5–7 minutes.
  5. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the sauce, and simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Serve hot over rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken enhances flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan during cooking. Adjust sriracha to your liking and serve fresh for the best taste.

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