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A plate of savory sesame chicken with a rich glaze

Quick way to grow a simple Sesame Chicken dish

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious sesame chicken dish at home, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
For Serving
  • cooked rice
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp sriracha (optional)

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large skillet
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and toss with 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, chicken broth, brown sugar, and sriracha (if using) in a bowl to create the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through.
  2. Pour the sauce over the chicken, bring it to a simmer, and cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  3. In a small bowl, dissolve the remaining cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water and stir this mixture into the simmering sauce to further thicken it.
Finishing
  1. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
  2. Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can shallow fry the chicken pieces before adding the sauce. Adjust sriracha to your spice preference. Serve with steamed broccoli or other vegetables for a complete meal.