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Asian Style Honey Chicken
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Asian Style Honey Chicken

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Asian Style Honey Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces glazed with a sweet and savory honey sauce. This dish is prepared with a blend of traditional Asian spices and highlights a low-calorie option for balanced meals.

This dish is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.

Chef's Tip
To best serve Asian Style Honey Chicken in an institutional setting, consider garnishing with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added visual appeal and flavor.
Allergen Info
Contains soy; Healthy Heart Food Service offers soy-free alternatives for those with sensitivities.
Did You Know?
Honey has been used in Asian cuisine for centuries, not only for its sweetness but also for its medicinal properties, believed to enhance overall health.
NYC Connection
In New York City, Asian cuisine has become an integral part of the diverse food culture, with dishes like honey chicken commonly featured in school lunch programs to introduce students to global flavors.

Popular Home Recipes for Asian Style Honey Chicken

Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Asian Style Honey Chicken shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.

Asian Style Honey Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken glazed with a sweet and savory honey sauce, perfect for a balanced family meal.

Yield4 servings
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. 2Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken on all sides.
  4. 4In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  5. 5Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and bring to a simmer.
  6. 6Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then add to the skillet to thicken the sauce.
  7. 7Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. 8Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Chef Tips

  • Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.

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About This Item

This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.