Dairy-Free Sweet Chilli Chicken

Delight your taste buds with this flavorful Dairy-Free Sweet Chilli Chicken, a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's bursting with bold, tangy-sweet flavors. Tender, golden-brown chicken thighs are coated in a luscious sauce made with dairy-free sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option), and a zing of lime juice, creating the perfect balance of savory and sweet with just a hint of heat. Enhanced with aromatic garlic and ginger, this dish comes together in under 35 minutes, making it a go-to choice for busy families. Pair it with fluffy steamed rice, noodles, or crunchy stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Garnished with sesame seeds and spring onions, it's as visually appealing as it is delicious—perfect for those seeking a dairy-free and crowd-pleasing recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
• 4 tbsp Sweet chilli sauce (ensure dairy-free)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 Spring onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the hot pan and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on the outside and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium. In the same pan, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice, and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan and stir well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss it in the sauce until fully coated. Simmer for 2 more minutes to ensure the chicken is heated through.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 10

Garnish with thinly sliced spring onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(745.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1560.2

Total Fat 85.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 625mg	0%
Sodium 3988.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 135.2g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 200.3mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1530.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 35.1%

Carbs: 14.7%