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A vibrant plate of sesame chicken featuring golden-brown crispy chicken pieces topped with toasted sesame seeds, garnished with sliced green onions on a white ceramic plate against a rustic wooden table, with glossy sauce drizzled over the chicken, highlighting the sticky texture and fresh ingredients.

Delicious Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

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A quick and flavorful sesame chicken stir-fry combining crispy chicken pieces coated in a savory sesame sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, perfect for a satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 4 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add honey, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil; stir well to combine.
  5. Return crispy chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat with sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness by varying honey or maple syrup amounts.
  • Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
  • Serve over steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (with gluten-free soy sauce)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg