Sesame Chicken Skillet

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Sesame Chicken Skillet—a quick, flavorful dish that combines tender, bite-sized chicken pieces with a luscious homemade sauce bursting with savory, sweet, and tangy notes. This one-pan wonder is crafted with simple pantry staples like soy sauce, honey, hoisin, and sesame oil and thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry for that velvety finish. Fresh garlic and ginger add aromatic depth, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and vibrant green onions give it an elegant touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables, making it an ideal weeknight go-to or a crowd-pleasing meal for entertaining. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine seeking a hassle-free, flavor-packed dinner solution!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup green onions, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.

Step 3

In another small bowl, stir together cornstarch and water until fully dissolved to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 7

Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture into the skillet and let it come to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens (about 1 minute).

Step 9

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until the chicken is heated through.

Step 10

Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions over the chicken before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(995.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1890.6

Total Fat 71.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g
Cholesterol 579.3mg	0%
Sodium 4522.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 61.6g
Protein 220.9g	0%

Vitamin D 6.8IU	0%
Calcium 154.2mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 2207.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.2%

Protein: 47.2%

Carbs: 18.6%