Sesame Chicken
Crispy-edged chicken thighs glazed in a nutty sesame-soy sauce, ready in 20 minutes. Serve over rice or noodles for an instant weeknight win.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 345
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and ginger in a small bowl. Set aside.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
Step 3
Add chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, ~8 minutes.
Step 4
Pour sauce into the skillet and toss to coat. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, ~2 minutes.
Step 5
Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil. Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
Step 6
Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- wooden spoon or spatula
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