Spicy Sautéed Chicken with Chili and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

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A quick and flavorful chicken stir-fry featuring a hot chili and garlic sauce that adds a fiery kick to tender chicken pieces. This Asian Fusion-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, vegetable oil, fresh red chili for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced chicken breast
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2, finely chopped fresh red chili
4, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
2, sliced green onions
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 finely chopped fresh red chilies to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and the garlic is golden but not burnt.
Step 3: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey, stirring to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the chicken.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 sliced green onions for a fresh bite. Serve immediately while hot.