Description
Savor the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with Honey Sesame Chicken, an easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. This recipe features crispy chicken pieces enveloped in a luscious honey sauce, enhanced by the aromatic flavors of garlic and soy sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can create a meal that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a well-rounded dinner that bursts with flavor. With its irresistible taste and satisfying crunch, Honey Sesame Chicken is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Garnish: sesame seeds, green onions
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then coat each piece in cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar; simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce; heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions over rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg