Sesame Teriyaki Chicken with Rice

Sesame Teriyaki Chicken with Rice

Under 30 MinsHigh ProteinStovetopDinner • LunchChinese
Medium
25min
520kcal
2people

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Chicken breast cubes coated in a rich homemade teriyaki sauce, served with white basmati rice and garnished with sesame seeds.

Sesame Teriyaki Chicken is one of the most famous and popular Asian dishes worldwide, thanks to the perfect balance of flavors in its special sauce. In this recipe, we focus on transforming Sesame Teriyaki Chicken into a quick home-cooked meal using tender chicken breasts that absorb the sauce deeply. The secret to the success of Sesame Teriyaki Chicken lies in the density of the sauce that coats the chicken pieces and gives them an appetizing shine, with the addition of fresh ginger and garlic to enhance the flavor. Serving this dish with steamed white rice makes it a complete meal, as the rice absorbs the excess sauce to give you an unforgettable taste experience. You can control the level of sweetness in the sauce to your liking, and adding sesame seeds and green onions at the end not only adds visual beauty but also adds a slight crunch and aromatic flavor that complements the dish. This recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep because it maintains its great taste even when reheated. Be sure to brown the chicken well before adding the sauce for the best texture, and feel free to add some vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers if you want to increase the nutritional value of the dish.

Ingredients

  • 400 g Chicken breasts, cubed (2 large breasts)
  • 200 g Basmati rice (1 cup)
  • 4 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1
    Wash the Basmati rice well, then cook it in salted water according to the traditional method until tender.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch with two tablespoons of water and set aside.
  3. 3
    Heat the vegetable oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. 4
    Add the cubed chicken breasts and stir until they are golden brown and fully cooked.
  5. 5
    Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts in the skillet.
  6. 6
    Stir the ingredients continuously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and completely coats the chicken breasts.
  7. 7
    Remove the skillet from the heat, then serve the chicken over the cooked Basmati rice.
  8. 8
    Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and serve hot.

Chef's Tips

  • •For a thicker sauce, let the mixture boil for an extra half minute.
  • •You can add a few red chili flakes if you like a spicy kick.
  • •Make sure not to crowd the chicken in the skillet so it browns well and doesn't release its juices.

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