Description
A delightful and easy recipe for sesame chicken that combines savory and slightly sweet flavors, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken breast to the pan and season it with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the soy sauce and honey, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions on top before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: sesame chicken, high protein, easy recipe, Asian cuisine, quick meal