This dish combines the flavors of honey and sesame for a perfect blend of sweet and savory. The chicken is fried to crispy perfection and coated in a rich and luscious sauce that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Served with white rice, this dish is reminiscent of something you’d order at your favorite Asian restaurant — only more tasty and less expensive!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
For the rice:
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Start by preparing the white rice. In a medium saucepan, combine the white rice, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
- While the rice is cooking, season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. Place the flour in a shallow dish, then coat each chicken piece in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the coated chicken pieces and fry until they’re golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- In a bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Pour this mixture into the same skillet and cook for about 2 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
- Return the fried chicken pieces to the skillet and toss to coat them in the honey sesame sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve the chicken and rice immediately while piping hot.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of honey based on your preferred level of sweetness. For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the honey sesame sauce. To make the dish more colorful and nutritious, add steamed broccoli or stir-fried vegetables. Make sure to use a deep skillet for frying the chicken to prevent oil splatter. Drizzle extra sesame oil and sprinkle more sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation. Enjoy!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
