Description
A delightful dish that combines sweet honey with savory sesame oil, creating a comforting and rich flavor profile. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken (breast or thighs), diced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger until well combined. Set aside.
- Heat your skillet: In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, sautéing until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the sauce: Pour the honey-soy mixture into the skillet with the cooked chicken and stir to coat. Let the sauce simmer until thick and sticky.
- Finish with sesame seeds: Stir in the toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Serve hot: Plate your Honey Sesame Chicken over rice or your favorite grain.
Notes
Try letting the sauce simmer longer for a more robust flavor, and be sure to watch the heat to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: honey sesame chicken, easy chicken recipe, family dinner, Asian cuisine