Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Grilled is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a sweet and spicy chili marinade. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, offering versatility in serving options—whether over rice, in tacos, or tossed into salads. With its tantalizing aroma and vibrant colors, this dish promises to be a showstopper at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lime juice to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and cover with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and grill each side for about 6-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Baste occasionally with reserved marinade during grilling for added flavor.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg