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Delicious Honey Sesame Chicken served with sesame seeds and vegetables

Honey Sesame Chicken

A quick and delightful dish featuring chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze with crunchy sesame seeds.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper

For the Honey Sauce

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the Topping

  • 1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds Toast to enhance flavor

For Serving

  • Steamed rice or veggies For serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Mix well.
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.

Cooking

  • In a skillet, add the chicken and cook until golden brown.
  • Pour the honey sauce over the chicken and stir to coat.
  • Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  • Toss in toasted sesame seeds.

Serving

  • Serve with steamed rice or veggies.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for an hour before cooking to enhance flavor. You can swap honey for maple syrup for a different twist. For extra crunch, add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli while cooking.
Keyword Easy Chicken Recipe, Family-Friendly Meal, Honey Sesame Chicken, One-Skillet Meal, Quick Dinner