Description
Honey Sesame Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish featuring crispy chicken tossed in a sweet and savory honey glaze with toasted sesame seeds. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep and pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or stir-fried veggies.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup cornstarch
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free option)
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Coat Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
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Fry Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes, turning to brown all sides until crispy and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add sesame oil. Sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Simmer Sauce: Stir in soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
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Combine: Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
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Finish: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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Serve: Enjoy over rice, noodles, or alongside steame
Notes
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Extra Crispy Tip: Double fry the chicken or air fry for a lighter version.
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Thicker Sauce: Add a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) if a thicker glaze is preferred.
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Protein Swap: Substitute with tofu, shrimp, or pork if desired.
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Vegetable Add-ins: Stir-fry broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers before adding chicken back in.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 15min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fried / Stir-fried
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
