Name: Chicken Diablo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs (or chicken breasts); 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (low-sodium preferred); 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegan); 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (apple cider vinegar alternative); 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha (to taste); 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (arrowroot powder can be used); 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil alternative); 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (or other colorful peppers); 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper (or red/green peppers); 1 medium Onion (yellow or white onion substitute); 3 cloves Garlic (fresh preferred); 1 tablespoon Ginger (or ground ginger substitute); 2 tablespoons Green Onions (or fresh herbs substitute); 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (omit if desired); 2 cups Cooked Rice (or quinoa/noodles alternative)

Chicken Diablo

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A vibrant dish packed with flavor, featuring tender chicken thighs in a spicy, sweet sauce with colorful vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Author: andy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Gluten-Free, Paleo

Ingredients

1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs (or chicken breasts)
1/4 cup Soy Sauce (low-sodium preferred)
2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (apple cider vinegar alternative)
1-2 tablespoons Sriracha (to taste)
2 tablespoons Cornstarch (arrowroot powder can be used)
2 teaspoons Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil alternative)
1 medium Red Bell Pepper (or other colorful peppers)
1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper (or red/green peppers)
1 medium Onion (yellow or white onion substitute)
3 cloves Garlic (fresh preferred)
1 tablespoon Ginger (or ground ginger substitute)
2 tablespoons Green Onions (or fresh herbs substitute)
1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (omit if desired)
2 cups Cooked Rice (or quinoa/noodles alternative)

Instructions

Prep the ingredients: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Chop bell peppers and onion into strips, and mince garlic and ginger.
Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, Sriracha, and cornstarch until smooth.
Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil and then chicken pieces. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Add the vegetables: Push chicken to one side, and add onions, peppers, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
Combine with sauce: Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables, stir to coat, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve over rice or choice of side.

Notes

For best results, prep ingredients in advance and be careful not to overcook the chicken.

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