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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 simple way to prepare a delicious sesame chicken dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.
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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 Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a bowl until evenly coated.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to create the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes; remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until it thickens.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly with the thickened sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve the sesame chicken immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. This dish pairs well with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables.