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Description
A simple and quick recipe for honey sesame chicken, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce is glossy and coats the chicken.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
- For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg