Description
Succulent sticky sweet chili chicken thighs deliver bold Asian-inspired flavors that dance across palates. Crispy skin and tender meat make this dish irresistible for those craving a perfect balance of heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 2 tbsps honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp ginger (fresh, grated)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsps olive oil
Instructions
- Combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl to create a vibrant marinade.
- Immerse chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring complete coverage, and refrigerate for half an hour to infuse flavors deeply.
- Preheat a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
- Carefully place marinated chicken thighs into the skillet, searing each side until a rich golden-brown crust develops, approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
- Pour remaining marinade into the skillet, reducing heat to medium-low and allowing the sauce to simmer and caramelize, creating a glossy, thick coating on the chicken.
- Continue cooking until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the sauce transforms into a sticky, concentrated glaze.
- Transfer chicken to a serving platter, drizzling any remaining reduction over the top.
- Garnish with finely sliced green onions or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while the chicken is hot and the sauce is glistening.
Notes
- Check marinade thickness by ensuring it coats the back of a spoon for maximum flavor absorption.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing red pepper flakes according to personal heat tolerance.
- Use boneless chicken thighs for quicker cooking and easier eating, especially for family meals.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain juices and prevent dryness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg