Chicken with sesame and honey
6 servings
25 minutes
Sesame chicken with honey is a harmony of sweet and salty that captivates the taste from the first bite. This recipe comes from American cuisine inspired by Asian traditions. Honey adds a delicate caramel sweetness to the dish, while soy sauce and ginger provide depth of flavor with a hint of spiciness. Crunchy sesame completes the composition, adding a nutty note and appetizing texture. The dish is perfect for a cozy home dinner or an impressive gathering.
1
Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towels. Cut into strips.
- Chicken breast fillet: 6 pieces
2
Heat a large non-stick skillet.
3
Cook the chicken for 6 minutes or until browned.
4
Mix honey, soy sauce, water, cornstarch, ginger, and red pepper.
- Honey: 5 tablespoon
- Soy sauce: 0.5 glass
- Water: 1 glass
- Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
- Ground ginger: 0.8 teaspoon
- Ground red pepper: 0.8 teaspoon
5
Whip until lumps from the corn starch appear.
6
Pour sauce over the chicken.
7
Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
8
You can add more water if the sauce is too thick.
9
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Toasted sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon
10
Cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes or until the chicken starts to absorb the sauce.
