Sticky Sesame Chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Make this easy Sticky Sesame Chicken in just 30 minutes! Crispy chicken tossed in a sweet sesame glaze makes a delicious, budget-friendly dinner.
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Equipment
- 1 skillet Large
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into bite sized pieces
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
For the Sesame Sauce
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos or soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic fresh minced
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsps cornstarch plus 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
Optional Garnish
- toasted sesame seeds
- green onions sliced
- crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry. Season with black pepper and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, ketchup, and rice vinegar. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits stuck to the pan. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the slurry. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Let simmer for another 1 to 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve with rice and/or vegetables. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired. For a little heat, add crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
Swap chicken for tofu or cauliflower to make it vegetarian.
Use arrowroot or potato starch as a cornstarch substitute if needed.
White vinegar or apple cider vinegar may be used in place of rice vinegar
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Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
- For meal prep, store chicken and sauce separately and combine when ready to eat.
