Description
Sticky Honey Sesame Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the richness of honey with the savory depth of soy sauce, creating a mouthwatering glaze that coats tender chicken. This easy recipe requires minimal ingredients and is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. Serve it over rice or alongside vibrant vegetables for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the sauce over it, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving over rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Experiment by adding crushed red pepper flakes for heat or incorporating vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra color and nutrition.