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Asian Chicken Breast

Sticky Asian Chicken Breast Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • ½ tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Method
 

  1. Whisk the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium‑high. Sear the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until deep golden and 160°F (71°C).
  3. Remove the chicken to a plate. Pour the sauce into the hot skillet, let it bubble for about 30 seconds, then return the chicken and spoon the sauce over. Cook 1 minute, turning to coat.
  4. Slice the chicken against the grain, arrange on a platter, and spoon the remaining glaze on top. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

Chicken breast size can vary; always cook to temperature rather than strictly by time. Rest the meat for a minute after slicing so the juices settle.