Description
This Sweet Chili Glazed Grilled Chicken recipe features tender, juicy boneless chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful sweet chili sauce combined with soy, rice vinegar, and honey. Grilled to perfection and finished with a sticky glaze, this Asian-inspired dish is perfect for summer cookouts or a quick weeknight dinner. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, it offers a delicious balance of sweet, savory, and a hint of heat.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for grilling)
Garnish
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Reserve ¼ cup of this mixture to use later for glazing the chicken.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Season with salt and black pepper, then pour the remaining marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to penetrate.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and place them on the grill. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
- Glaze the Chicken: During the last 2 to 3 minutes of grilling, brush the chicken generously with the reserved sweet chili glaze to create a sticky, flavorful coating.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- This recipe works well with chicken thighs as well.
- Serve with rice, grilled vegetables, or a crisp cucumber salad for a complete meal.
- You can also cook the chicken on a stovetop grill pan or bake it at 400°F for 20–25 minutes if a grill is unavailable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
