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A plate of savory sesame chicken with a rich glaze

Quick way to grow a simple Sesame Chicken dish

This recipe provides a quick and easy method to prepare a delicious sesame chicken dish at home. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when you want something flavorful and satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl to create the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken, bring to a simmer, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
  2. Serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can lightly fry the chicken in a bit more oil before adding the sauce. Adjust honey to your sweetness preference.