Roast Honey Sesame Chicken

Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Roast Honey Sesame Chicken, a flavorful twist on classic roasted chicken that's sure to impress. This dish features a juicy whole chicken seasoned with aromatic spices like paprika and garlic powder, then roasted to crisp perfection. The star of the show is the sticky-sweet honey sesame glaze, infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic for a bold depth of flavor. Brushed on during the final stages of roasting, the glaze caramelizes beautifully, adding a golden sheen and a mouthwatering aroma. Finished with a garnish of nutty sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish not only looks stunning but tastes even better. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe delivers both elegance and comfort in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 piece (about 4-5 lbs) Whole chicken
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Honey
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the whole chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan or baking dish.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly all over the chicken, including inside the cavity.

Step 4

Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and massage it into the skin to help it crisp up during cooking.

Step 5

Place the seasoned chicken in the oven and roast for 60 minutes uncovered, basting it with its juices every 20 minutes.

Step 6

While the chicken is roasting, prepare the honey sesame glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon of water.

Step 7

Cook the glaze over medium heat until it begins to simmer. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon of water with the cornstarch to create a slurry.

Step 8

Add the cornstarch slurry to the glaze and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Remove it from the heat and set aside.

Step 9

After the chicken has roasted for 60 minutes, brush the honey sesame glaze generously over the chicken, making sure to coat it well.

Step 10

Return the chicken to the oven and roast for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured in the thickest part of the breast.

Step 11

Carefully remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Step 12

Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the chicken for garnish and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2123.5 grams (2123.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1197

Total Fat 81.30g	104%
Saturated Fat 14.10g	71%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.50g
Cholesterol 136mg	45%
Sodium 6621mg	288%
Total Carbohydrate 85.60g	31%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 70.30g
Protein 44.50g	89%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 99mg	8%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 886mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 27.3%