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Honey Sesame Chicken: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Leo
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1/4 cup cornstarch
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1/2 cup honey
– 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
– 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
– 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)


Instructions

Follow these straightforward steps to create mouthwatering Honey Sesame Chicken:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2. Coat Chicken: Place the cornstarch in a bowl and coat chicken pieces evenly. This will help in creating a crispy texture.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
5. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, lower the heat. Add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
6. Simmer: Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
7. Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce.
8. Add Sesame Seeds: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the chicken and stir to combine.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve warm.

These simple instructions will help you craft a delicious Honey Sesame Chicken dish that is sure to impress.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 28g