Description
Sesame Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that brings the essence of Asian cuisine to your dining table. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a luscious sesame sauce, then generously sprinkled with crunchy sesame seeds. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes using simple ingredients commonly found at your local grocery store. With its rich flavor and satisfying texture, Sesame Chicken is sure to impress everyone from family members to dinner guests. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it even more personal. Dive into this delicious recipe and transform your next meal into an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and cornstarch; add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add marinated chicken in a single layer.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Pour remaining marinade into the pan; let simmer for about 2 minutes until thickened.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg