Stir Fried Hoisin Chicken with Sesame Seeds
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Stir Fried Hoisin Chicken with Sesame Seeds! Tender, bite-sized chicken thighs are caramelized to perfection in a savory-sweet sauce made with hoisin, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of rice vinegar for tangy depth. Infused with aromatic garlic and fresh ginger, this dish is brought to life with a sesame oil sizzle and finished with a sprinkle of earthy sesame seeds and crisp green onions. The quick and easy prep makes it perfect for busy cooks, while the glossy, restaurant-style sauce ensures it’s packed with flavor. Serve this Asian-inspired stir fry over fluffy white rice for a satisfying meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Ideal for fans of bold flavors and quick skillet dinners, this recipe will earn a permanent spot in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 80 ml Hoisin sauce
- 30 ml Soy sauce
- 15 ml Rice vinegar
- 15 ml Honey
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 15 ml Sesame oil
- 15 ml Vegetable oil
- 10 grams Cornstarch
- 30 ml Water
- 2 pieces Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 cups Cooked white rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey to make the stir-fry sauce. Set aside.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger. Chop the green onions into 1-inch pieces, separating the white parts from the green tops.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and vegetable oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly browned.
Pour the prepared hoisin sauce mixture over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce slightly, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with sesame seeds and the green tops of the green onions.
Serve immediately over cooked white rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 96.6 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 628 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 3031 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.8 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 151.9 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1772 mg | 38% | |
*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.
