Homemade Sesame Chicken in the Instant Pot®

This homemade sesame chicken recipe certainly feels like a takeout meal, but it's made in the Instant Pot® in your own kitchen.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 200 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sliced green onions, or to taste
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup honey
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1.5 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk honey, soy sauce, water, garlic, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl; set aside.

Step 2

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Adjust for medium heat and add sesame oil. Cook chicken in batches in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3

Mix together cold water and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth; stir into the pot. Select Saute function, adjust for low heat, and bring to a simmer. Stir constantly until sauce has thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

Step 4

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 5

Return all chicken to the pot and stir in honey-soy mixture. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.