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Sesame chicken

Recipe Information

Description:
Sesame chicken is a delicious Chinese recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Chinese; American; Fusion
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, pat dry with paper towels

  • 1/2 cup honey

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce

  • 1 cup water

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 1/2-1 teaspoon fresh or ground ginger

  • 1/2-1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Directions

  • Slice the chicken breast into bite size portions or strips.

  • Spray cooking spray over a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Cook the chicken for about 6 minutes or until no longer pink. Combine the honey, soy sauce, corn starch, ginger, and red pepper flakes and whisk until smooth.

  • Mix the sauce in the skillet and heat until the sauce marginally thickens. If necessary, use water to balance out the sauce if it thickens too much.

  • Add the sesame seeds, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 259 cal

  • Total fat: 4g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 76mg

  • Sodium: 1,480mg

  • Potassium: 519mg

  • Carbohydrate: 28g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Protein: 28g