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Honey Sesame Chicken
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 2 cloves of minced garlic.
- Pour the honey sesame sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions over the chicken for garnish.
- Serve the honey sesame chicken over steamed rice and enjoy!
Honey Sesame Chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the nuttiness of sesame. It is believed to have originated in the United States as a variation of traditional Chinese sesame chicken. The dish features crispy chicken pieces coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory sauce, and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Chefs in Chinese restaurants across the United States have put their own spin on this dish, making it a staple on many menus. Today, the best versions of Honey Sesame Chicken can be found in reputable Chinese restaurants known for their authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients. The key to a perfect Honey Sesame Chicken lies in achieving the right balance of sweetness and savory flavors in the sauce, as well as ensuring the chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Some alternative methods for making this dish include using different proteins such as tofu or shrimp, catering to various dietary preferences.
35 min
4
380 calories
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