Chicken Diablo: Spicy & Sweet Dinner in Just 30 Minutes!
Chicken Diablo combines the perfect balance of spicy and sweet flavors, making it an ideal dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With tender chicken thighs seared to perfection and vibrant peppers enveloped in a tangy sauce, this quick recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. The heat from Sriracha harmonizes beautifully with honey’s sweetness, creating a flavor explosion that will impress your family and friends. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables. Get ready for a delightful dinner that’s both satisfying and nutritious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 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
- 4 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables: red and yellow bell peppers, onion, garlic, and ginger.
- In a mixing bowl, coat chicken thighs with cornstarch.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add garlic, ginger, onion, and bell peppers to the skillet; stir until tender.
- Mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, and Sriracha in a separate bowl; pour over chicken and vegetables.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes until sauce thickens; serve over cooked rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg