Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Sesame Glaze
Tender chicken pieces stir-fried and coated in a sweet and savory honey-sesame sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and scallions. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, vegetable oil, minced garlic 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 skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp sliced scallions
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces about 1-inch each. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
- Step 3: Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet with the chicken and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
- Step 5: Pour the honey-soy mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until smooth, then stir into the skillet.
- Step 6: Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken fully.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp sliced scallions before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Sesame Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Sesame 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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Sesame 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Sesame 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Sesame Glaze?
Asian chicken 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.
