Best 7 Banana Chilli Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Far East, where the sweet and tangy notes of banana meet the fiery heat of chilies in a harmonious blend of flavors. Discover the secrets of creating this delectable dish, Banana Chilli Chicken, with our comprehensive guide. Learn the art of selecting the ripest bananas, the perfect balance of chili peppers for your desired spice level, and the techniques for achieving a golden-brown, crispy chicken. We'll take you step-by-step through the process, ensuring you master the art of this tantalizing dish.

Embark on a culinary adventure as we introduce you to a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the versatility of banana and chili. From the classic Banana Chilli Chicken, a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy flavors, to the unique Banana Chilli Prawn, where succulent prawns take center stage, each recipe promises an explosion of taste. Delight your palate with the aromatic Banana Chilli Fish, where delicate fish fillets are infused with the vibrant flavors of banana and chili. And for a vegetarian twist, the Banana Chilli Tofu offers a delightful meatless alternative, packed with protein and bursting with flavor.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN SWEET CHILI CHICKEN



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Asian Sweet Chili Chicken is so crispy, sticky, sweet, slightly spicy and completely addicting you won't even miss your favorite Asian takeout.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 egg whites
1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup water (ice cold)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound chicken thighs (boneless-skinless and cut into 1 inch pieces)
canola oil for frying
1 tablespoon oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 green onions (sliced thinly, tip to tail not including the root)
1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
white sesame seeds
minced green onions

Steps:

  • Mix together the batter ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Heat a frying pan up with oil deep enough to fry your chicken pieces without them touching the bottom of the pan, a couple inches should be enough space.
  • Using a slotted spoon drain the batter as much as possible and slide the chicken into the pan.
  • Break apart the chicken after the crust starts to form and cook until the chicken is golden brown (4-5 minutes)
  • Work in batches to prevent the oil from dropping too far in temperature.
  • Remove the last batch of chicken from the pan and discard almost all the oil, leaving just a couple of tablespoons in the pan.
  • Add the garlic and green onions to the pan and cook it on medium heat for 20-30 seconds.
  • Add the chicken back in along with the sweet chili sauce and crushed red pepper.
  • Toss to combine and serve immediately.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 kcal, Carbohydrate 56 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Sodium 457 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY SWEET CHILI CHICKEN



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Easy sweet chili chicken is your answer to a quick weeknight dinner. Makes incredible leftovers and the homemade sweet chili sauce is so versatile!

Provided by Sally

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup (120ml) warm water
1/2 cup (180g) honey
1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar
1 and 1/2 Tablespoons (12g) cornstarch
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon Sriracha
1 teaspoon salt
4 skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch pieces
sesame seeds and green onion for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Lightly spray a baking pan with nonstick spray- I use a 10-inch casserole dish. Anything around this size works.
  • Combine the water, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, garlic, crushed red pepper, Sriracha, and salt together in a small saucepan over low heat. Bring to a simmer while whisking occasionally. Allow to simmer for 3 minutes. It will begin to rapidly thicken. Turn off the heat and set aside.
  • Arrange chicken in the prepared baking pan. Spread sauce on top, then turn the chicken over to make sure every inch is coated in the sauce.
  • Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is completely cooked through. For extra color, I switch the oven to broil for the last few minutes. That is optional.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onion on top and serve the chicken with sauce from the pan. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

CHICKEN CHILI



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Get yourself through the week with Ina Garten's Chicken Chili recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; it's low in calories but high in flavor.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)
1/8 cup good olive oil, plus extra for chicken
1/8 cup minced garlic (2 cloves)
2 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
2 yellow bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for chicken
2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled plum tomatoes in puree, undrained
1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves
4 split chicken breasts, bone in, skin on
Freshly ground black pepper
Chopped onions, corn chips, grated cheddar, sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook the onions in the oil over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 1 minute. Crush the tomatoes by hand or in batches in a food processor fitted with a steel blade (pulse 6 to 8 times). Add to the pot with the basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes, until just cooked. Let cool slightly. Separate the meat from the bones and skin and cut it into 3/4-inch chunks. Add to the chili and simmer, uncovered, for another 20 minutes. Serve with the toppings, or refrigerate and reheat gently before serving.

SIMPLE CHILLI CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, pepper, egg, flour, green pepper, red pepper, rice, garlic cloves, red chilli, soy sauce, tomato puree, water

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup flour
1 green pepper, sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
rice, to serve
3 cloves garlic cloves, crushed
1 red chilli, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons tomato puree
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Cut the chicken into thin strips then coat in the egg wash and flour.
  • Shallow fry for a few minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  • Add the peppers and fry for another couple of minutes. Remove the chicken and peppers and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the garlic, red chilli, soy sauce, tomato purée, and water. Stir and simmer the mixture reduces and is thick and syrupy.
  • Add back in the chicken and peppers and stir well in the sauce.
  • Serve with rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 2 grams

BANANA CHILLI CHICKEN



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This recipe was created by my son. It's spicy, sweet and delicious! Please note that this fed the three of us, but I put '2' incase you're hearty eaters! It would be very simple to double up to feed more!

Provided by Tina and Dave

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

250 g chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 red pepper
1 small red chili pepper
1 banana
1/2 cup salsa
3/4 cup stock

Steps:

  • Chop chicken breasts into small cubes and brown in deep pan with olive oil, butter and chilli flakes.
  • Slice the red pepper into thin strips. Thinly slice the chilli pepper and chop up the banana. Add them all to the pan.
  • Pour in the salsa and the stock then finally simmer with a lid on for 15-60min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.4, Fat 24.7, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 518.1, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 11.7, Protein 28.6

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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Folks will enjoy a change from traditional chili when they dip their spoons into this flavorful blend of tender chicken, white beans and just enough zip. This is our favorite white chicken chili recipe. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14 ounces each) chicken broth
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, drained, divided
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Sliced jalapeno pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook chicken and onion in oil until lightly browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, chiles, cumin, oregano and cayenne; bring to a boil., Reduce heat to low. With a potato masher, mash one can of beans until smooth. Add to saucepan. Add remaining beans to saucepan. Simmer for 20-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and onion is tender., Top each serving with cheese and, if desired, jalapeno pepper.Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHILI CHICKEN STRIPS



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Instead of ordinary bread crumbs, seasoned crushed corn chips coat these slightly crunchy chicken fingers. If your family likes food with some heat, use the full 1-1/2 teaspoons of chili powder. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup crushed corn chips
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 large egg
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In another shallow bowl, beat egg. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in corn chip mixture. , In a large skillet, cook half of the chicken in 2 tablespoons butter for 8-10 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Repeat with remaining chicken and butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • Selecting the right chicken: Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for a tender and juicy result. If using chicken breasts, slice them into thin strips to ensure even cooking.
  • Preparing the marinade: Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl or zip-lock bag. Make sure to evenly coat the chicken pieces with the marinade. You can marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes up to overnight to infuse flavors.
  • Adding the banana: Once the chicken is marinated, add ripe bananas to the pan or wok. Bananas add a unique sweetness and tangy flavor to the dish. Use slightly overripe bananas for a more intense flavor.
  • Balancing the heat: If you prefer a milder dish, reduce the amount of chili peppers or omit them altogether. You can also adjust the heat level by choosing milder or hotter chili peppers.
  • Cooking the chicken: Make sure to cook the chicken thoroughly to ensure food safety. Overcooking, however, can result in dry chicken. Aim for a golden brown exterior and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Preparing the sauce: Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl or saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken slightly. You can adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more cornstarch or water.

Conclusion:

Banana chilli chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that combines the flavors of sweet, spicy, and tangy. It's a perfect blend of Asian and Caribbean cuisines. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can easily create this dish at home and impress your friends and family. Experiment with different chili peppers and adjust the heat level to your preference. Serve it with rice, noodles, or your favorite sides for a complete meal. Enjoy the unique and lip-smacking flavors of banana chilli chicken!

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