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Honey Sriracha Sesame Chicken

This sesame chicken is made with crisp pieces of chicken coated in a spicy, sweet, and savory honey sriracha sauce. Just as delicious as the restaurant version and healthier too!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

Chicken
  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
Honey Sriracha Sauce
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha use more if you like it really spicy
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Instructions

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  1. Place the pieces of chicken in a mixing bowl along with the salt, pepper, and cornstarch. Use a fork to toss the chicken until it's coated in the cornstarch.
  2. In glass measuring cup or bowl whisk together all of the sauce ingredients.
  3. Heat a 12" skillet over medium-high heat with the tablespoon of oil. When it's hot, swirl the oil around then add in the chicken. Spread the chicken into a single layer and let it brown for a few minutes on one side. Use a spatula to toss the chicken around until it is golden brown all over and fully cooked.
  4. Pour in the sauce and stir so that the chicken is coated in the sauce. Continue stir everything together until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and top with the sesame seeds. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 450kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 120mg (40%) Sodium 942mg (39%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 11g (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 450

% Daily Value*

Calories 450kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 47g 94%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Cholesterol 120mg 40%
Sodium 942mg 39%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 11g 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.