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Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo

Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo

A delightful balance of sweet and spicy flavors, Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo is a crowd-pleaser for any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sriracha
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • green onions, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

  1. Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and pat dry.
  2. In a bowl, whisk brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, sriracha, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side.
  5. Remove chicken and cover to keep warm. Pour remaining marinade into skillet and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the sauce, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, toss to coat with sauce, and garnish with green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with rice or vegetables.

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