Baked Honey Sesame Chicken – Easy and Delicious

baked honey sesame chicken
Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 30 min Cook Time: 35 min Rest Time: 5 min Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Servings 8
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and water until well combined.

  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.

  4. Pour the honey sauce over the chicken, making sure to coat both sides.

  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken.

  6. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.

  7. Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.

  8. Serve hot, garnished with additional sesame seeds and green onions if desired.