Best 2 Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Honey Sesame Chicken, a delectable dish that harmonizes the sweet, savory, and tangy notes. This Asian-inspired culinary creation features tender chicken enveloped in a luscious honey sesame sauce, offering an explosion of taste in every bite. Embark on a culinary journey with our collection of three irresistible recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. Dive into the Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken, a quick and effortless recipe that yields fall-off-the-bone tender chicken in a rich and flavorful sauce. Alternatively, experience the traditional Honey Sesame Chicken, a stovetop delight that allows you to control the cooking process and achieve the perfect level of crispiness. For those seeking a healthier option, the Air Fryer Honey Sesame Chicken emerges as a guilt-free indulgence, delivering crispy chicken coated in a delectable honey sesame glaze. Regardless of your cooking preference, these recipes guarantee a delightful culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT SESAME CHICKEN

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Your family will love the flavorful sauce in this Instant Pot sesame chicken. And you'll love how quick and easy it is for a weeknight dinner! If you serve gluten-free meals, use tamari instead of soy sauce. — Karen Kelly, Germantown, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce or gluten-free tamari soy sauce
1/4 cup water
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Hot cooked rice
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add sesame oil. When oil is hot, brown chicken in batches. Press cancel. Return all to pressure cooker. In a small bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, water, garlic and pepper flakes; stir into pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 4 minutes. , Quick-release pressure. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pressure cooker. Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and, if desired, green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1004mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 37g protein.

INSTANT POT HONEY SESAME CHICKEN

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Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper
1 cup honey
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup diced onion
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (could also use olive oil or canola oil)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional - doesn't really add heat, just adds more flavor)
4 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 6 Tablespoons water
Sesame seeds

Steps:

Place your chicken in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, onion, ketchup, oil, garlic and pepper flakes. Pour over chicken and put your Instant Pot Lid on and seal.
Cook on the Meat setting for 20 minutes and then quick release once the 20 minutes is up. Remove chicken from pot, leave sauce.
Dissolve 4 teaspoons of cornstarch in 6 tablespoons of water in a small bowl and pour into your Instant Pot. Stir to combine with sauce. Push the Saute button and cook sauce for about 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Cut the chicken into bite size pieces, then return to pot and toss with sauce before serving. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve over rice or noodles.
You can also sprinkle more red pepper flakes on top if you want more heat.
I removed my Honey Sesame Chicken from the Instant Pot and put in a bowl and cooked my rice in my Instant Pot.
To make rice in your Instant Pot you need to have the same ratio rice as you do water.
I used 2 cups of Brown Jasmine Rice.
To make it: Rinse and drain 2 cups of rice and dump it into your Instant Pot. Add 2 cups of water. Seal your instant pot with the lid and push the Rice button. It will cook for 10 minutes then quick release. You will have PERFECT rice!

Tips:

Mise en Place: Before starting, measure and prepare all ingredients. This will make the cooking process smoother and more efficient.
Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will result in a more flavorful and delicious dish. If possible, use organic ingredients.
Adjust the Heat: If you find that the sauce is thickening too quickly, reduce the heat to medium-low. If the sauce is not thickening enough, increase the heat to medium-high.
Serve Immediately: Honey sesame chicken is best served immediately after cooking. The chicken will become tough if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This instant pot honey sesame chicken is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that the whole family will love. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet, savory, and slightly spicy. Serve it over rice or noodles, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. You can also add a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.