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Instant Pot Sesame Chicken

A delicious blend of tender chicken coated in a rich sesame sauce, perfect for a quick family meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: sesame chicken, instant pot, quick meals, Asian recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions chopped

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  • Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function.
  • Add the marinated chicken to the pot, stirring occasionally until browned.
  • In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth.
  • Pour the cornstarch mixture into the pot, stirring well.
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and set it to manual high pressure for 10 minutes.
  • Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural release for about 10 minutes before venting.
  • Open the lid, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 1g