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Honey Sesame Chicken

A delightful dish that seamlessly balances sweet and savory with crispy chicken glazed in a rich honey-sesame sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by dicing your chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
Make the Glaze
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger together.
Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add your diced chicken and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
Thicken the Sauce
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, pour the glaze over it and stir well.
  2. Sprinkle the cornstarch into the skillet, mixing thoroughly to help thicken the sauce.
Add Toppings
  1. As the sauce thickens, sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and allow everything to simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Serve
  1. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

For optimal flavor, consider substituting chicken thighs instead of breasts. For a vegetarian version, tofu or tempeh can be used. Ensure not to skip the cornstarch for a thick, sticky glaze.