Quick Sweet Chilli Chicken Stir Fry (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken and crisp vegetables in tangy-sweet chilli sauce, ready in 25 minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meats
01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 3.5 oz sugar snap peas, trimmed
06 - 2 spring onions, sliced
→ Sauce
07 - 4 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
08 - 2 tbsp light soy sauce
09 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
10 - 1 tbsp honey
11 - 1 tsp sesame oil
→ Aromatics & Garnish
12 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
13 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
14 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
15 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
16 - Fresh coriander leaves (optional)
# How to Make:
01 - Whisk together sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat. Add chicken slices and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until just cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
03 - Add garlic and ginger to the pan, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add bell peppers, red onion, and sugar snap peas. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are vibrant and just tender.
05 - Return chicken to the pan. Pour in prepared sauce and toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until heated through and evenly coated. Sprinkle with spring onions and sesame seeds. Garnish with coriander if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sauce hits that perfect sweet spot between tangy and mildly spicy, the kind of balance that makes you want to lick your plate
- Everything happens in one pan at high speed, meaning minimal cleanup and maximum flavor on busy nights
02 -
- High heat and constant motion are non-negotiable, if things start steaming instead of frying, your pan isn't hot enough or it's too crowded
- Prep absolutely everything before you start cooking, stir-frying happens fast and there's no time to chop once the heat is on
03 -
- Slice your chicken when it's slightly frozen, it cuts more cleanly and evenly that way
- Dry your vegetables thoroughly after washing, excess water turns stir-fries into steamed dishes