Description
Looking for a bold and satisfying dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes? This Quick Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl is packed with flavor—juicy marinated chicken, sticky jasmine rice, a spicy-creamy drizzle, and a burst of lime and herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners, easy meal prep, or when you’re craving a quick, healthy snack or dinner idea with serious punch. This is an easy recipe that hits all the right notes: sweet, spicy, tangy, and totally addictive. Ideal for anyone searching for food ideas that don’t sacrifice flavor for speed.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1⁄2 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cloves garlic minced
1 lime cut into wedges
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons creamy chili mayo or sriracha mayo
1 tablespoon neutral oil (like canola or avocado)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and a splash of lime juice. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
2. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through. Let rest.
3. While chicken cooks, prepare jasmine rice or reheat leftover rice with a splash of water.
4. Mix mayo with sweet chili sauce and sriracha to create the creamy drizzle. Stir until smooth.
5. Assemble bowls: rice first, then sliced chicken, drizzle with sauce, top with cilantro and lime wedges.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy warm!
Notes
Always let the chicken rest before slicing—it keeps it juicy.
Make the creamy sauce just before serving for the best texture.
Don’t skip the lime; it brightens all the other flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: quick dinner, spicy chicken bowl, sweet chili chicken, easy recipe, dinner ideas