Honey Garlic Chicken

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.

In a large bowl, add the chicken, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until the chicken is fully coated.

Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken in a single layer.

Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Reduce the heat to medium-low. To the same skillet, add honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and ketchup.

Add the toasted sesame oil and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 2 minutes.

In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.

Pour the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and stir continuously until the sauce thickens.

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the thickened sauce.

Toss the chicken in the sauce until every piece is well-coated.

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately over rice and with a side of vegetables, if desired.