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Copycat Sweet Fire Chicken Recipe

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This Copycat Sweet Fire Chicken recipe offers a delightful combination of crispy chicken nuggets tossed in a tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy Thai sweet chili sauce with fresh vegetables and pineapple chunks. Perfectly balanced flavors with a hint of tropical sweetness make it an easy and quick dinner option that pairs beautifully with steamed white rice.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb frozen chicken nuggets
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1/3 cup diced red bell peppers
  • 1/3 cup diced onions
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/3 cup Thai sweet chili sauce (such as Mae Ploy)
  • 2 – 3 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • Steamed white rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bake the chicken nuggets: Preheat the oven and bake the frozen chicken nuggets according to the package instructions until they are golden and crispy.
  2. Sauté vegetables and pineapple: Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced red bell peppers, onions, and pineapple chunks. Cook these ingredients for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften them without losing their texture.
  3. Add sauce and juice: Stir in the Thai sweet chili sauce and pineapple juice into the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil to meld the flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.
  4. Combine chicken nuggets with sauce: Add the baked chicken nuggets into the skillet and stir well to ensure each nugget is well coated with the sweet chili sauce mixture. Continue cooking briefly until everything is heated through.
  5. Serve: Serve the flavorful sweet fire chicken hot over steamed white rice for a satisfying meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken nuggets with homemade breaded chicken pieces if preferred.
  • Adjust the amount of pineapple juice to control the sweetness and sauciness of the dish.
  • For extra heat, consider adding a pinch of red chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Using canned pineapple chunks is convenient but fresh pineapple can enhance the flavor.
  • Ensure chicken nuggets are fully cooked and crispy before adding to avoid sogginess.

Keywords: Sweet Fire Chicken, Copycat Recipe, Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, Chicken Nuggets, Quick Dinner, Easy Asian Recipe, Pineapple Chicken

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