Spicy Irish Delight

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 500g (1.1 lb) frozen French fries 500g (1.1 lb) frozen French fries
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 4g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. 4.
   In the same pan, add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
5. 5.
   Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
6. 6.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sweet chili sauce, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, ground coriander, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
7. 7.
   Return the chicken to the pan and pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
8. 8.
   Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
9. 9.
   While the chicken is baking, prepare the French fries according to the package instructions.
10. 10.
    Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and serve it hot with the crispy French fries.
11. 11.
    Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken — For extra tenderness, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Sweet chili sauce — Adjust the amount according to your desired level of spiciness.
• Frozen French fries — For a healthier option, you can bake the fries instead of frying them.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra crispy texture, coat the chicken in cornstarch before frying.
• Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper.
• Serve with a side of tangy coleslaw to balance the spiciness.
• Experiment with different vegetables such as broccoli or mushrooms for added variety.
• Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving for a burst of citrusy flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Spicy Irish Delight hot, straight from the oven, alongside a refreshing side salad. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an added touch of freshness.

Presentation advice

Present the Spicy Irish Delight in a vibrant serving dish, allowing the colorful peppers and crispy chicken to take center stage. Sprinkle some additional paprika and cayenne pepper on top for an eye-catching presentation.