Sweet Chili Chicken Grilled
Sweet Chili Chicken Grilled is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweetness and spice, making it an instant favorite for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, and olive oil. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Ensure each piece is coated well. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight recommended).
- 2. Preheat Your Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C).
- 3. Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Flip once for perfect grill marks.
- 4. Glaze: In the last minute of grilling, brush additional sweet chili sauce onto each breast.
- 5. Rest & Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice or serve whole with fresh vegetables or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider swapping chicken with shrimp or tofu. Feel free to add pineapple chunks or colorful veggies during grilling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.