Honey Sesame Chicken (Sweet, Savory & Simple)
A sweet and savory dish featuring chicken in a sticky honey-sesame sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 1 tbsp water optional, for thinning
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 2-3 green onions chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until fully coated.
- Add chicken in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Add water if needed to adjust consistency.
- Add the cooked chicken back to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, reduce the amount of water or simmer for a few extra minutes. Adjust the amount of sesame oil to your taste for a stronger or milder flavor.