honey sesame chicken
Crispy and tender chicken pieces coated in a savory-sweet sesame sauce. A classic Chinese-American dish that is easy to make and perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate: Combine chicken pieces, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Coat: Mix cornstarch and flour in a bowl. Toss marinated chicken in the mixture until well-coated.
- Fry: Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Prepare Sauce: In a separate pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant. Stir in honey and water, then bring to a simmer.
- Combine: Add fried chicken pieces to the sauce, stirring until evenly coated. Let it cook for another 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the chicken. Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables.
Notes
- For a healthier version, you can bake the chicken instead of frying.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to taste.
- This dish pairs well with steamed broccoli or a side of jasmine rice.