Description
Savor the delightful combination of sweet and savory with this Honey Sesame Chicken recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a dish that will impress both family and friends. Featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in a rich blend of honey and soy sauce, this meal is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables. Whether served over jasmine rice or in a colorful bowl meal topped with fresh herbs, this Honey Sesame Chicken is sure to be a hit on any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping garlic and slicing chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Pour the marinade over the cooked chicken and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg