Sweet Chilli Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner Recipe
A flavorful and vibrant Sweet Chilli Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner featuring succulent cubed chicken breasts, fresh broccoli florets, and red bell peppers tossed in a zesty sweet chilli and lime sauce. This easy-to-make, one-pan meal is perfect for a quick, healthy dinner packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors and a refreshing cilantro garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts, cubed into 1-inch pieces
Vegetables
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
Sauce and Garnish
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 lime, sliced into 4 wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the sesame oil, sweet chilli sauce, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well until all ingredients are fully blended.
- Preheat and prepare the baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking sheet to prevent sticking and to help crisp the food during baking.
- Coat the chicken: In a separate bowl, add the cubed chicken breasts and pour in 1/3 cup of the prepared sauce. Stir thoroughly to coat all the chicken pieces evenly with the sauce.
- Arrange on the sheet pan: Spread the coated chicken pieces evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Around the chicken, distribute the broccoli florets and diced red bell peppers. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the vegetables for extra flavor.
- Bake the dish: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle the sesame seeds evenly on top. Add fresh cilantro leaves for brightness and serve each portion with a lime wedge to squeeze over for added zest.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for juicier meat.
- If preferred, add other vegetables such as snap peas or carrots for variety.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chilli sauce based on your desired spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the sweet chilli sauce used is gluten-free.
- This recipe is best served immediately to enjoy the crisp texture of the vegetables.
