Ingredients
- 8 chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt and pepper
Sweet Chilli Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise whole egg
- ¼ cup sweet chilli sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 lime, juiced
To Serve
- steamed rice
- ¼ cabbage, shredded
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 carrots, julienned
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220 °C. Line a large tray with baking paper.
- Combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil and paprika in a large bowl. Add the chicken and toss to evenly coat. Arrange the chicken on the prepared tray.
- Combine the mayonnaise, sweet chilli sauce, honey and lime juice in a bowl (sweet chilli sauce mix). Remove ¼ of the sauce and use a pastry brush to coat the top of the chicken pieces.
- Bake the chicken for 30 minutes, until cooked through and golden.
- Divide steamed rice among 4 serving bowls. Arrange carrot, cabbage and cucumber in piles in each bowl.
- Top each bowl with the cooked chicken and drizzle the sweet chilli sauce mixture over the top. Garnish with a sprinkling of sesame seeds.
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure that combines succulent chicken thighs, vibrant vegetables, and a sweet and spicy chilli sauce. These Sweet Chilli Chicken Bowls are a feast for the senses, marrying tender chicken with a zesty homemade sauce, served atop fluffy steamed rice and crisp veggies. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this recipe promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights.
Preparing the Chicken Thighs
Begin by preparing the tantalizing marinade for the chicken thighs. In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, and smoked paprika, creating a rich and aromatic blend. Toss the chicken thighs in this flavorful mixture until they are evenly coated.
Once coated, arrange the marinated chicken thighs on a lined baking tray.
Chicken breasts can be used as an alternative to thigh pieces. Slice the breasts in half horizontally to make 2 large thin pieces and then continue as per the recipe. Cook for 20 minutes instead.
You could also try pieces of chicken threaded onto skewers.
Crafting the Sweet Chilli Sauce
In a separate bowl, mix together whole egg mayonnaise, sweet chilli sauce, honey, and the juice of 1 lime, creating a dynamic fusion of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Whisk the ingredients until smooth and well combined. Reserve ¼ of the sauce and refrigerate the rest until serving.
Finishing the Sweet Chilli Chicken
Brush the marinated chicken thighs with a generous coating of the reserved sweet chilli sauce before placing them in the oven to bake for 30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
While the chicken cooks, prepare fluffy steamed rice and chop crisp vegetables – shredded cabbage, diced cucumber, and julienned carrots.
Assembling the Sweet Chilli Chicken Bowls
Once the chicken is done, assemble the bowls by layering steamed rice with the colorful array of vegetables and succulent chicken pieces. Drizzle the remaining sweet chilli sauce over the top, sprinkle with sesame seeds for a final touch, and behold your masterpiece – Sweet Chilli Chicken Bowls ready to be enjoyed.
