Chicken Diablo: Spicy & Sweet Dinner in Just 30 Minutes!
Experience the warmth and vibrancy of Chicken Diablo: Spicy & Sweet Dinner in Just 30 Minutes! This quick yet delicious dish combines tender chicken thighs with a delightful mix of sweet honey, spicy Sriracha, and colorful vegetables. The balance of flavors creates a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the rich umami notes from soy sauce, complemented by the refreshing crunch of bell peppers and the aromatic warmth of garlic and ginger.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp Sriracha
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 4 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic and ginger.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, minced garlic, and set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry the chicken thighs and sear for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté for about 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the sauce mixture, and add water. Let simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg