Description
Sesame Chicken brings Chinese takeout right to your kitchen with crispy, tender bites that beat any delivery. Perfecting this classic requires just a few simple ingredients and about 30 minutes of cooking time.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 green onions
Seasoning/Garnish:
- None
Instructions
- Grab a mixing bowl and toss in your diced chicken breasts, then pour 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch over the meat. Whisk everything together until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Place a large skillet on the stove and heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat (375°F). Make sure your pan is hot before adding ingredients.
- Drop in 2 minced garlic cloves and quickly sauté for exactly 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Carefully transfer the entire seasoned chicken mixture into the skillet. Spread the pieces evenly across the pan’s surface.
- Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally, until each piece turns golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the skillet from heat and immediately sprinkle 2 tablespoons sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the chicken.
- Transfer the sesame chicken to a serving plate and enjoy while it’s piping hot.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply and tenderize the meat.
- Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular soy sauce with tamari and use a gluten-free cornstarch alternative.
- Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for a few minutes before sprinkling to enhance their nutty flavor and aroma.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg