Ginger-Sesame Chicken with Balsamic Glaze

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-11 · Updated 2026-04-11

Tender chicken pieces coated in a savory ginger-sesame sauce and finished with a sweet balsamic glaze, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp sesame oil to make the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb cut chicken breasts (1-inch cubes) to the marinade and toss to coat; let marinate for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp water, and 1 tbsp cornstarch to make a glaze; pour over the chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle with 1/4 cup sesame seeds before serving.