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Baked Sweet Chili Chicken

Baked Sweet Chili Chicken
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Baked Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy chili sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinners, offering a delightful combination of textures and zingy flavors with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • Chicken breasts or thighs, boneless and skinless (about 1 to 1.5 pounds)

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Garnish (optional)

  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Chopped cilantro or basil (optional)

Seasoning

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish or sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Pat your chicken dry with paper towels to help the sauce stick better.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, and lime juice until fully combined. This mixture will coat the chicken with flavor and help it caramelize beautifully during baking.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken pieces in the prepared baking dish and pour the sauce over them, ensuring each piece is thoroughly covered. Let it marinate for at least 5 minutes if time permits to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce bubbles and caramelizes slightly.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions or fresh herbs like cilantro or basil. Serve hot and enjoy the harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors.

Notes

  • Use similarly sized chicken pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • Marinating the chicken for 30 minutes enhances flavor depth, though a quick 5-minute marinate works too.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check doneness and avoid overcooking.
  • If the sauce appears too runny, bake a few additional minutes uncovered to thicken it.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after baking to lock in juices and flavor.

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