Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
2
servings
3 tbsp

brown sugar

packed

2 tbsp

gluten-free soy sauce

1 tbsp

minced ginger

minced

1 tbsp

oil

1 unit

garlic

minced

2 unit

boneless skinless chicken breasts

cut into 1 inch cubes

3 tbsp

toasted sesame seeds

toasted

0.5 tbsp

minced parsley

minced

Step 1
~2 min

In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced ginger.

Step 2
~2 min

Set the soy sauce mixture aside.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Add minced garlic and chicken cubes to the skillet.

Step 5
~2 min

Sauté the chicken over high heat for about 3 minutes, until partially cooked.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir the soy sauce mixture and add it to the chicken in the skillet.

Step 7
~2 min

Continue to sauté over high heat for approximately 4 minutes, allowing the liquid to evaporate and the chicken to become glazed.

Step 8
~2 min

Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 9
~2 min

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the chicken.

Step 10
~2 min

Toss the chicken with the sesame seeds to coat evenly before serving immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the soy sauce mixture.

Toast the sesame seeds for enhanced flavor.

Serve immediately for the best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soy sauce mixture can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as an appetizer or with rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Stir-fried vegetables
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Asia

Cultural Significance

Popular in Chinese-American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Weeknight meal
Appetizer
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100

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