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Healthier Honey Sesame Chicken
Healthier Honey Sesame Chicken
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
150 minutes
Healthier version of Chinese sesame chicken - baked, not fried, and without batter for a lighter, lower calorie dish!
Ingredients:
  • 0.33333334326744 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup ketchup
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
Instructions:
  • Combine honey, ketchup, oil, sesame seeds, soy sauce, lemon juice, Sriracha sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and ginger in a bowl. Mix until well combined. Add chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated. Refrigerate covered for 2 to 6 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) for the perfect cooking temperature.
  • Place the chicken and sauce into a suitable ovenproof dish.
  • Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Flip the chicken pieces and bake until fully cooked, about 5 to 8 more minutes until no longer pink and juices run clear. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).