Description
Honey Sesame Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish features tender, juicy chicken pieces coated in a luscious honey-soy glaze, perfectly complemented by the nutty crunch of sesame seeds. Ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a go-to recipe for those craving a quick yet satisfying meal. Serve it over fragrant jasmine rice or alongside vibrant stir-fried vegetables to create a colorful and balanced plate that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Whisk cornstarch with water; stir into the skillet until sauce thickens (3–5 minutes).
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg