Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Sesame Chicken, a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a sweet and sticky honey glaze, complemented by a hint of garlic and ginger. This dish not only impresses with its glossy appearance but also serves as a comforting meal over rice or noodles. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ground ginger.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Sauté the seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the honey-soy mixture over the chicken and stir well to coat. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving. Enjoy warm over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg