Ginger Scented Honey Hoisin Chicken Thighs With Sesame

Sharon123's Note:

A yummy chicken recipe, submitted by Ruth Kendrick, Ogden, UT, and a 2009 Finalist in the Chicken Cooking contest put on by the National Chicken Council.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
• 4 cups hot cooked brown rice (or white rice)
• 1/4 cup sliced scallion, green tops included

Directions:

1. In large skillet over medium high heat, place cooking oil. Add chicken and sauté until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
2. In a small saucepan, mix together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, chicken broth, ginger and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil and simmer to reduce sauce, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour sauce over chicken, turning to coat. Place chicken in 325° F oven. Bake about 10 minutes or until internal temperature of chicken registers 165°F Stir in sesame seeds.
4. Place hot rice on serving platter, add chicken and sauce and garnish with scallions.

Reviews

[Aussie-In-California]

Made this last night with large slices of boneless and skinless chicken breasts. I added some fresh crushed garlic and a 1/2 tsp sesame oil and it was fantastic. I might not use the pepper next time (personal choice) but this definitely going to be made again!

[katobow]

Very good and easy, especially using a versatile iron skillet. Thank you!

[Chef #1540809]

Delicious!!!