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Sticky Sesame Chicken

Sticky Sesame Chicken

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Sticky Sesame Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender boneless chicken thighs coated in a luscious, sticky sauce with toasted sesame seeds. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it balances sweet and savory flavors with a subtle tang and toasty aroma, using simple, versatile ingredients that are pantry staples. This recipe is quick to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for meal prep with customizable flavor options.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (fresh)
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger (fresh)
  • 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Cooking and Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by cutting boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Pat them dry to ensure the sauce sticks perfectly. Set aside while you prepare the sauce ingredients.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), soy sauce (natural), honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a small amount of natural gelling agent. This combination creates that signature glossy, sticky texture.
  3. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat sesame oil (natural) over medium heat, then add the chicken pieces. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, usually about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and cook over medium heat until it thickens and becomes sticky, about 2 to 3 minutes. Return chicken to the pan and toss quickly to coat every piece evenly.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds right before serving to add that extra crunch and flavor burst. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs as they stay juicy and tender better than breast meat, especially when coated in sauce.
  • Pat the chicken dry before cooking to help the sauce adhere and promote better caramelization.
  • Cook the sauce separately before combining with chicken to prevent sogginess and ensure perfect stickiness.
  • Toast sesame seeds gently in a dry pan to unlock their nutty aroma before garnishing.
  • Adjust the amount of natural gelling agent to control the thickness of the sauce and get your preferred glaze consistency.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: sticky sesame chicken, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, sweet and savory chicken, sesame seeds, quick chicken meal, gluten free chicken recipe

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/sticky-sesame-chicken/