Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 ½ lb chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Vegetables
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), thinly sliced
- 12-15 stems fresh green beans, cut into halves
Sauce and Garnishes
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp crushed red chili flakes
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: In a bowl, combine the cubed chicken breasts with salt and ground black pepper. Add cornstarch and stir until each piece is evenly coated to help create a crispy texture when cooked.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a deep skillet over medium flame and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are cooked through and slightly golden. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook vegetables: Add the sliced bell peppers and halved green beans to the skillet. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp, bringing out their natural flavors and maintaining their vibrant colors.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the sweet chili sauce and stir thoroughly to coat everything. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to warm and meld with the chicken and veggies.
- Add finishing touches: Sprinkle in the crushed red chili flakes and sesame seeds. Toss well to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the stir fry.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with chopped chives and serve the Sweet Thai Chili Chicken Stir Fry hot on a bed of steamed rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can add snap peas or sliced carrots along with the bell peppers and green beans.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce or omit the crushed red chili flakes.
- Using cornstarch helps give the chicken a slightly crispy texture while keeping it tender inside.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the fresh crunch of the vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
