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Spicy & Sweet Chicken Diablo Recipe Card

Spicy & Sweet Chicken Diablo Dinner

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Experience a flavor explosion with this Spicy & Sweet Chicken Diablo! Tender chicken breasts are coated in a vibrant sauce featuring a delightful blend of sweet honey, fiery chili garlic sauce, and savory soy sauce. Baked to perfection, this chicken dinner offers a perfect balance of sweet and spicy notes that will tantalize your taste buds. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight meal for those craving a flavorful and satisfying dish. Serve over rice or quinoa for a complete and irresistible meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth. Add to the sauce mixture and whisk to combine.
  4. Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Serve hot with rice or quinoa.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add more chili garlic sauce to the sauce. You can also marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before baking for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
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