Sesame Chicken

This sesame chicken recipe is easy to make, and the savory, sweet, and nutty sauce is irresistible! Each delicious chicken bite is crispy on the outside and juicy inside.

Author: Natasha Bull Servings: 4 Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Effort: Easy

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PORTIONS

INGREDIENTS

Measure Ingredient Note

2.0 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
3.0 tablespoon cornstarch
3.0 tablespoon olive oil divided
Garnish: sesame seeds and chopped scallions to taste
Sauce Ingredients:
0.5 cup water
0.2 cup brown sugar packed
3.0 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
2.0 tablespoon honey
1.0 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
1.0 tablespoon cornstarch
1.0 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
3.0 cloves garlic minced

INSTRUCTIONS

Step

Directions

Add the sauce ingredients to a small bowl and whisk them together.

Cut the chicken into approx. 1" pieces and add it to another bowl. Sprinkle in the cornstarch and toss until coated.

Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a skillet. Let it heat up for a few minutes over medium-high heat. I recommend cooking the chicken in two batches. Cook the chicken for 4 minutes and then flip (I use tongs to make it easy) and cook for another 3-4 minutes or so. Chicken should be browned and cooked through (165F). Transfer the chicken to a plate. For the second batch, add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan.

Once the second batch of chicken is done, add the chicken that's on the plate back to the skillet. Stir in the sauce and let it bubble for 30 seconds to a minute or so until thickened, then take the skillet off the heat. Sprinkle the sesame seeds and scallions over top. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

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