Thai Sweet Chili Chicken (Printable)

Tender chicken breasts in a tangy sweet chili and lime sauce with fresh green onion garnish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1 cup sweet chili sauce
02 - ¼ cup soy sauce or tamari or coconut aminos
03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 2 limes, juiced
05 - ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
06 - 2 chicken breasts, halved into 4 cutlets
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral cooking oil

→ Garnish & Serving

08 - 1 green onion, thinly sliced
09 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and ground ginger until smooth and well combined.
02 - Place chicken cutlets in a sealable bag or shallow dish. Pour in half of the marinade, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard used marinade. Sear chicken 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and almost cooked through.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Pour the remaining fresh marinade over the chicken in the skillet. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken.
05 - Transfer the chicken and thickened sauce to the pressure cooker. Secure the lid and set to poultry mode or manual high pressure for 10 minutes.
06 - Once cooking is complete, quick release the pressure or allow it to naturally release for a few minutes for juicier chicken.
07 - Serve chicken with sauce, garnished with sliced green onion and lime wedges. Pair with jasmine rice, steamed rice, or noodles for a complete meal.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour for a quick weeknight dinner solution
  • Perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors
  • Pressure cooker makes the chicken incredibly tender and juicy
  • Gluten-free option available with simple substitutions
  • Vibrant and colorful dish that looks as good as it tastes
02 -
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade
  • Marinating overnight enhances the flavor significantly
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days
  • Freeze portions for up to 2 months for easy meal prep
  • The sauce makes an excellent dipping sauce for spring rolls or grilled vegetables
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