Description

Sticky Sesame Chicken features tender chicken thighs coated in a luscious, sticky sauce (natural) with a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. This dish is quick to prepare, family-friendly, and topped with crunchy toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a delightful texture and taste experience.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Sauce (natural)

2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
3 tbsp honey (natural)
3 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp natural gelling agent

Garnish

1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 green onions, sliced
1 tbsp additional sesame oil (for cooking)

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Start by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces for quick and even cooking. Pat them dry to help the sauce cling better later on. Set aside while you prepare the sauce.
Mix the Sauce (natural): In a small bowl, combine vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), honey (natural), soy sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a splash of sesame oil. Whisk together until smooth. Stir in the natural gelling agent to help thicken the sauce once heated.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté them until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes, turning to cook evenly. Remove from heat and set aside momentarily.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce (natural) over the chicken in the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for another 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure the sauce thickens and evenly coats every piece. The natural gelling agent will do its magic, creating that irresistible sticky texture.
Garnish and Serve: Once the sauce is glossy and perfectly sticky, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the chicken for a burst of flavor and color. Serve hot alongside your favorite side dishes.

Notes

Use freshly grated ginger and minced garlic to maximize flavor in your sauce.
Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if needed to get a golden crust.
Add a little water if the sauce becomes too thick while simmering; it should coat the chicken fully without being gluey.
Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan before garnishing for extra nuttiness.
Serve immediately as sticky sauces thicken when cooled.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 28 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

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