Baked Sesame Chicken Nuggets with Honey Soy Glaze

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Tender chicken nuggets baked to golden perfection, coated in a sticky honey soy glaze and toasted sesame seeds for a kid-friendly snack or meal. This asian fusion-inspired kid friendly ready in about 43 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast, all-purpose flour, large, beaten egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 28 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment with olive oil spray.
  2. Step 2: In a shallow bowl, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder. In another bowl, beat 1 large egg. In a third bowl, mix 1 cup panko breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds.
  3. Step 3: Dip each of the 1 lb chicken breast cubes first into the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat evenly with the panko-sesame mixture. Place coated nuggets on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Spray the tops of the nuggets lightly with olive oil spray and bake for 15 minutes, flip them, spray again, and bake for another 10 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: While nuggets bake, whisk together 3 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp soy sauce in a small bowl.
  6. Step 6: Remove nuggets from oven, brush generously with the honey soy glaze, and return to oven for 3 more minutes until the glaze is sticky and caramelized. Serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Sesame Chicken Nuggets with Honey Soy Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 43 minutes (15 min prep + 28 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Sesame Chicken Nuggets with Honey Soy Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Sesame Chicken Nuggets with Honey Soy Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Sesame Chicken Nuggets with Honey Soy Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Sesame Chicken Nuggets with Honey Soy Glaze?

Asian Fusion kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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