Crispy, Sticky, and Packed with Flavor – Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner!
Looking for a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s bursting with flavor? This Sheet Pan Sticky Ginger Sesame Chicken is the answer! Juicy, golden-crusted chicken coated in a sweet, tangy, and savory sauce with just the right amount of spice, paired with crispy roasted Brussels sprouts for the perfect crunch. Everything bakes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy nights when you want something healthy, delicious, and hassle-free. Serve it over rice, top it with sesame seeds and green onions, and get ready to devour a meal that tastes like takeout—but way better!
Sheet Pan Sticky Ginger Sesame Chicken with Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Juicy, golden-crisp chicken coated in a sticky, sweet-savory ginger sesame sauce, paired with crispy roasted Brussels sprouts. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights—healthy, flavorful, and better than takeout!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 343kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Brussels Sprouts:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 1 egg, beaten
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¾ lb Brussels sprouts, halved
- 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or sesame oil
For the Sticky Ginger Sesame Sauce:
- ⅔ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup pomegranate juice (or substitute with apple cider or orange juice)
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp molasses (or pomegranate molasses)
- 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 1 -inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
For Serving:
- Cooked rice
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, chopped
- Pomegranate arils (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare the Pan:Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.
- Coat the Chicken:In a bowl, toss the chicken with the beaten egg and a pinch of black pepper.In a separate bowl, add the flour. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour, ensuring they are evenly coated.Place the coated chicken on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil.
- Prepare the Brussels Sprouts:On the other side of the baking sheet, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons oil, salt, and black pepper.Arrange them cut-side down for maximum crispiness.
- Bake the Chicken & Brussels Sprouts:Bake for 12 minutes.Remove the pan from the oven, toss the Brussels sprouts, and flip the chicken.Return to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- Make the Sauce:While the chicken and sprouts are baking, combine all sauce ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and reduces by about ⅓. Remove from heat.
- Glaze the Chicken:Pour half of the sauce over the cooked chicken, tossing to coat evenly.Toss the Brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon oil.
- Final Bake:Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 3 more minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the chicken.Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.
- Serve & Enjoy:Serve the sticky ginger sesame chicken over bowls of steamed rice.Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and pomegranate arils for extra flavor and texture.Enjoy with crispy Brussels sprouts on the side!
Nutrition
Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 1075mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g
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