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Sweet Chicken Diablo

Sweet Chicken Diablo: A Fiery Twist on Comfort Food

Sweet Chicken Diablo is a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken with a fiery kick, perfect for enlivening your dinner routine.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Substitution: Chicken breasts can be used.
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Gluten-free: Use tamari.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Substitution: Maple syrup is a great alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Adjust to your spice preference.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitution: Any color bell pepper can be used.
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions offer a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Ginger
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Substitution: Use vegetable oil if preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
Serving Base
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Stir well and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. While the chicken marinates, whisk together remaining soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, and water in another bowl. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, then sauté sliced onions, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce over. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate for optimal flavor. Adjust sriracha to taste for spiciness.

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