Homemade Sesame Chicken in the Instant Pot®

Ingredients

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

Steps

1. Whisk honey, soy sauce, water, garlic, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl; set aside.
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.
3. 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.
4. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
5. 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.