Looking for a meal that’s sweet, savory, and packed with flavor? My Honey Sesame Chicken is just the dish you need! It’s crispy, golden-brown chicken chunks coated in a delicious honey sesame sauce that is sure to make your taste buds dance. The best part? It’s super macro-friendly, so you don’t have to feel guilty about enjoying it. Trust me, you’ll want to try this one!
Method
Prep the Chicken
Start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. Make sure the pieces are relatively even so that they cook at the same rate. This step ensures that every piece of chicken gets crispy and golden on the outside while staying juicy on the inside.
Prepare the Coating
In one bowl, whisk the egg and egg whites together until they are well combined. In a separate bowl, combine the plain flour and cornstarch. The cornstarch helps give the chicken a crispy texture, while the flour provides the structure for the coating. Set both bowls aside for dipping the chicken.
Coat the Chicken
Take each chicken piece and dip it into the egg mixture, making sure it’s fully coated. Then, transfer the egg-coated chicken into the flour-cornstarch mixture, rolling it around to ensure it’s evenly covered. Once coated, set the chicken aside on a plate or tray while you get ready to cook it.
Cook the Chicken
Heat the coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook the chicken, turning each piece frequently to ensure it gets golden brown and crispy on all sides. The cooking process should take around 7-10 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken pieces. Once cooked through and crispy, remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Make the Sauce
While the chicken is cooking, take a small pot and combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar-free ketchup, honey, chopped spring onions, brown sugar, and sesame seeds. Stir them together over low heat to combine all the flavors. Gradually add the cornstarch to the sauce, stirring continuously. The cornstarch will help thicken the sauce to a nice, sticky consistency. Once the sauce is ready and thickened to your liking, remove the pot from the heat.
Combine Chicken and Sauce
After the chicken is fully cooked, pour the sauce over the chicken pieces in the pan or a large bowl. Stir everything together until the chicken is evenly coated in that sweet and savory honey sesame sauce. Make sure each piece of chicken is nicely covered to lock in all the flavor.
Enjoy this method, and get ready to indulge in a perfectly balanced and delicious dish of Honey Sesame Chicken!
Necessary Tools
- Frying pan
- Two bowls (one for egg, one for flour mix)
- Pot for the sauce
- Whisk
- Knife and chopping board
- Spoon for stirring
Honey Sesame Chicken Recipe: A Sweet and Savory Delight!
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy2
servings10
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minutesIngredients
For the chicken
1 tsp coconut oil
2 chicken breasts
1 egg + 1 (30ml) egg whites (whisked)
20g cornstarch
40g plain flour
For the sauce
1/2 tbsp sesame oil
1.5 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
10g honey
4 spring onions, chopped
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp sesame seeds
1 tsp cornstarch (around)
Directions
- Prep the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks.
- Prepare the coating. In one bowl, whisk together the egg and egg whites. In a separate bowl, combine the plain flour and cornstarch.
- Coat the chicken. Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, followed by the flour mixture. Set the coated pieces aside.
- Cook the chicken. Heat the coconut oil in a frying pan. Once it’s hot, add the chicken pieces and cook, turning them frequently until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the sauce. While the chicken is cooking, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar-free ketchup, honey, chopped spring onions, brown sugar, and sesame seeds in a pot. Slowly add the cornstarch, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens. Once the chicken is cooked, pour the sauce over the chicken and stir well to coat the chicken with that sweet and savory goodness!
Notes
- Avoid overheating the sauce. When making the sauce, make sure the heat is on low while you’re thickening it. If the pan gets too hot, it might cause the sauce to thicken too much or even burn. Patience is key to getting that perfect consistency!
- Frying the chicken. Don’t overcrowd the pan. If you add too much chicken at once, it might lower the temperature of the oil and cause the chicken to become soggy instead of crispy. Fry in batches if needed!
Serving Suggestions
I love serving my Honey Sesame Chicken with a side of long grain white rice and peas. The rice is the perfect base to soak up the extra sauce, and the peas add a pop of color and nutrition! You can also serve it with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a lighter meal.
Fun Fact
Did you know that sesame seeds have been used for thousands of years in various cuisines around the world? They are not only delicious but are packed with healthy fats and protein, making them a perfect addition to this dish!
Conclusion
Honey Sesame Chicken is the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and it’s an easy way to enjoy a delicious meal that’s also macro-friendly. Whether you’re making it for a weeknight dinner or meal prepping for the week, this recipe will become a fast favorite! Trust me, you’ll be back for more! Enjoy!
