Honey Sesame Chicken

Why Make This Recipe

Honey Sesame Chicken is a delicious dish loved by many. It strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory, making it a favorite for family dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe is simple to prepare and uses common ingredients, so you won’t have trouble finding what you need. Plus, it’s a great way to enjoy a homemade version of a popular restaurant dish!

How to Make Honey Sesame Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 inch ginger, grated
• 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Directions

1. Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until well-coated.
2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. In a bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
5. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving. Enjoy!

How to Serve Honey Sesame Chicken

Honey Sesame Chicken can be served over a bed of rice for a complete meal. You can also add steamed vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra color and nutrition. Garnish with additional green onions or sesame seeds for a nice presentation. It makes an excellent choice for meal prep as well!

How to Store Honey Sesame Chicken

If you have leftovers, store Honey Sesame Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should be eaten within 3-4 days for the best taste. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave. You may want to add a splash of water or soy sauce to keep it moist while reheating.

Tips to Make Honey Sesame Chicken

• Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken; this helps it cook evenly and get that nice golden color.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey based on your preference.
• For a crunchier texture, you can deep fry the coated chicken instead of pan-frying.

Variation

You can easily customize this recipe by adding vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots. You can also substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Adjust the cooking time accordingly to ensure everything is cooked perfectly.

FAQs

1. Can I use other kinds of meat for this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute chicken with shrimp, beef, or tofu if you prefer a different protein.

2. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and sauce separately and then combine them when you are ready to serve. This will keep the chicken from becoming soggy.

3. Is it possible to make this dish gluten-free?
Yes! You can use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari instead of regular soy sauce to make this dish gluten-free.

Honey Sesame Chicken

A delicious sweet and savory dish that's simple to make, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for best results.
• 1/2 cup cornstarch For coating chicken.
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking the chicken.

Sauce ingredients

• 1/4 cup honey Adjust for sweetness.
• 1/4 cup soy sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil Adds flavor.
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar For acidity.
• 1 clove garlic, minced Fresh is best.
• 1/2 inch ginger, grated Adds spiciness.

For garnish

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds For topping.
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced For garnish.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until well-coated.
2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Cooking

1. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
2. In a bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Serving

1. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Serve over rice and add steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.