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Sesame-Ginger Chicken

Sesame-Ginger Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make Chinese dish. This dish combines the nutty flavor of sesame and the spicy-sweet taste of ginger for a delicious meal. The chicken is marinated in soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, then pan-seared and served with a spicy-sweet sesame-ginger sauce. The combination of flavors creates a dish that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Serve with steamed or stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients (2 Persons)

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Directions

  • Step 1
    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until it is golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Step 3
    Stir in the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously, until the sauce has thickened.
  • Step 4
    Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the sesame seeds and green onions. Serve warm.

Comments

Anonymous
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This Sesame-Ginger Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make meal! The sticky-sweetness of the sesame glaze is perfect, and the flavorful ginger really brings out the wonderful taste. A must-try!
Anonymous
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This sesame-ginger chicken is a delicious and healthy dish that is easy to make! The combination of ginger and sesame creates an enticing flavor and the juicy chicken is a real treat. Highly recommended!
Anonymous
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This Sesame-Ginger Chicken is the perfect mix of sweet and savory! The flavor is like no other. The ingredients come together to create a delicious dish that everyone will love. Highly recommend!

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