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Express Honey Sesame Chicken

Delicious Gluten-Free Express Honey Sesame Chicken at Home

Enjoy the sweet and savory goodness of Express Honey Sesame Chicken made healthier at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless skinless chicken fillets
  • 1 Egg or aquafaba for vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour lighter blends recommended
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch can substitute with potato starch
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure gluten-free if needed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey do not substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce adjust to spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh is best
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Yellow Bell Pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup Green Beans, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds white or a mix of black and white

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat one egg with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and a tablespoon of olive oil. Whisk until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking soda.
  3. Dip each chicken strip into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s thoroughly coated, then roll in the flour blend.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Fry coated chicken strips for 6-7 minutes.
  5. In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil and sauté yellow bell pepper and green beans for about 5 minutes.
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and water. Whisk in cornstarch to thicken.
  7. Fold in the fried chicken and sautéed vegetables, tossing everything together for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Plate the warm chicken and vegetable mixture, and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze without sauce for up to 2 months.

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