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Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo

Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo: Your New Favorite Weeknight Feast

Experience a delicious blend of heat and sweetness in Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lbs Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts and adjust cooking time if needed.
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 3 tbsp Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Sriracha Adjust to taste or replace with your favorite hot sauce.
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch Arrowroot powder is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil Can omit if not available.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with green bell pepper.
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper Swap with other bell pepper colors as desired.
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with shallots for a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced or use garlic powder.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Ground ginger can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions For garnish.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Water Use according to desired thickness.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar White vinegar can be used as a substitute.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Swap for quinoa or noodles for variety.
  • Sesame Seeds Optional but recommended for finishing touches.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken thighs with soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, and water in a small bowl to make the sauce. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken in a single layer and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add more olive oil and stir-fry onion, red and yellow bell peppers, garlic, and ginger for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Return cooked chicken to the skillet with vegetables. Pour prepared sauce over the mixture and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve hot over rice, quinoa, or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure not to overcrowd the pan for best results. Let the chicken marinate for enhanced flavor, and adjust spice levels as preferred.

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