Description
Honey Glazed Chicken with Sesame is a flavorful and easy weeknight meal that features juicy, golden chicken tossed in a sticky-sweet glaze made with honey, soy sauce, and ginger. Finished with nutty sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish brings bold, Asian-inspired flavor to your table in under 30 minutes. Keywords: honey glazed chicken, sesame chicken, Asian chicken recipe, sticky chicken, sweet savory chicken
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and crisp, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the glaze. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until sticky and fully coated.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- You can substitute tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Add red chili flakes for a bit of heat.
- Best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
