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Easy Honey Sesame Chicken

A quick and easy honey sesame chicken recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights and picky eaters, enjoy a flavorful dish without the fuss!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks Use whatever's on sale.
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch (or flour) Cornstarch is preferred for coating.
  • 1/3 cup honey Regular squeeze bottle variety is fine.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or low sodium/tamari) Use low sodium for less salt.
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil (or regular oil) Sesame oil is recommended for flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced You can use jarred garlic if preferred.
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar) For a tangy kick.
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds Optional for topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the chicken and pat it dry. Toss the chunks with cornstarch in a bowl to ensure they're coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat a nonstick skillet with a bit of oil and brown the chicken on all sides until golden and crispy.
  2. While the chicken is cooking, whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, and vinegar in a cup. Add water if the sauce is too thick.
  3. Once the chicken is done, pour out excess oil and add the sauce to the pan, stirring until everything is coated and bubbly.
  4. After about 2 minutes, take it off the heat, swirl in sesame oil, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

Notes

For crispy chicken, dry it well before coating and avoid excessive oil. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.