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Honey Sesame Chicken

A perfect balance of sweet and savory, this Honey Sesame Chicken is easy to make and sure to delight your family with its restaurant-quality flavor.
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Préparation 15 minutes
Cuisson 15 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Can substitute with skinless thigh or tofu.
  • 1 cup cornstarch Arrowroot powder or flour can be used as alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Can use olive oil or avocado oil instead.
  • 1/2 cup honey Agave syrup or maple syrup can replace for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Apple cider vinegar can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • to taste green onions, sliced For garnish.

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients and tools for an organized cooking experience.
  2. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until well-coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Cook the coated chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
  4. Once the chicken is cooked, pour the sauce over the chicken and toss to coat.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, and serve.
  2. Enjoy with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables.

Notes et conservation

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and honey for an hour before cooking. Avoid overcooking to keep the chicken juicy.