Spicy Sesame Chicken for Two
Add a burst of bold, savory flavor to your dinner table with this Spicy Sesame Chicken for Two—an irresistible dish perfect for an intimate meal. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are cooked to perfection in a rich, glossy sauce made from soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and a touch of sriracha for the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. Infused with aromatic garlic and ginger, and thickened with a quick cornstarch slurry, this recipe delivers a crave-worthy glaze that clings to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onion, this meal is as visually enticing as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, served over fluffy white rice, and perfect for a weeknight dinner date, this recipe is a must-try for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 2 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup white rice (cooked, for serving)
Instructions
Dice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the sauce. Set aside.
In another small bowl, combine cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat the sesame oil and vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and mix gently.
Serve the spicy sesame chicken over a bed of cooked white rice, garnished with sliced green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.6 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 218 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2039 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 64.2 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 839 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.
