Roast Honey Sesame Chicken

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Roast Honey Sesame Chicken, a flavorful twist on classic roasted chicken that's sure to impress. This dish features a juicy whole chicken seasoned with aromatic spices like paprika and garlic powder, then roasted to crisp perfection. The star of the show is the sticky-sweet honey sesame glaze, infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic for a bold depth of flavor. Brushed on during the final stages of roasting, the glaze caramelizes beautifully, adding a golden sheen and a mouthwatering aroma. Finished with a garnish of nutty sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish not only looks stunning but tastes even better. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe delivers both elegance and comfort in every bite.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 1 piece (about 4-5 lbs) Whole chicken
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Honey
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan or baking dish.

3. In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly all over the chicken, including inside the cavity.

4. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and massage it into the skin to help it crisp up during cooking.

5. Place the seasoned chicken in the oven and roast for 60 minutes uncovered, basting it with its juices every 20 minutes.

6. While the chicken is roasting, prepare the honey sesame glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon of water.

7. Cook the glaze over medium heat until it begins to simmer. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon of water with the cornstarch to create a slurry.

8. Add the cornstarch slurry to the glaze and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Remove it from the heat and set aside.

9. After the chicken has roasted for 60 minutes, brush the honey sesame glaze generously over the chicken, making sure to coat it well.

10. Return the chicken to the oven and roast for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured in the thickest part of the breast.

11. Carefully remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

12. Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the chicken for garnish and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (391.2g)

Calories		967
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		57.1 g	73%
	Saturated Fat	14.5 g	72%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	2.7 g
Cholesterol		299 mg	100%
Sodium		1218 mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate		14.1 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	0.8 g	3%
	Total Sugars	11.7 g
Protein		93.5 g	187%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		66 mg	5%
Iron		5.1 mg	28%
Potassium		842 mg	18%

*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: 3087 cal (54.5%%)

Protein: 2242 cal (39.6%%)

Carbs: 338 cal (6.0%%)