Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of homemade sesame chicken! This dish features perfectly golden-brown chicken coated in a sweet and savory glaze, making it a delightful centerpiece for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this sesame chicken is sure to transport your taste buds straight to your favorite Asian bistro.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil (toasted for extra flavor)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken pieces in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Add marinated chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour any remaining marinade into the skillet and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve over steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz of sesame chicken
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg