Easy Sesame Chicken Recipe

Name: Easy Sesame Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds; 1 bunch scallions optional

Servings: persons

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1 bunch scallions optional

1
Mix together honey, soy sauce, chicken broth, corn starch, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (can do less red pepper flakes or omit, depending on desired heat level). Whisk until no cornstarch lumps appear. Set sauce aside.
2
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes
3
Heat a large non-stick skillet, spray with non-stick cooking spray, over medium-high heat
4
Cook chicken for about 6 minutes, until cooked through and no longer pink
5
Give the sauce one more quick stir, then pour it into the skillet with the chicken
6
Bring to a boil, then turn the burner down to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
7
Sprinkle with sesame seed and scallions
8
Cover and simmer an additional 10 minutes, then serve over rice.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Easy Sesame Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Easy Sesame Chicken

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