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Sesame Chicken Recipe

This sesame chicken recipe delivers crispy chicken coated in a sweet and savory sauce, finished with sesame seeds. Perfect for a quick and satisfying homemade takeout meal!
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water for slurry
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • For Garnish:
  • Sliced green onions
  • Extra sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Plate with paper towels

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
  2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  3. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, dip them in the beaten eggs, and coat them again in the flour mixture.
  4. Cook the Chicken:
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  6. Fry the chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
  7. Make the Sauce:
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and chicken broth.
  9. Heat the sauce mixture in the skillet over medium heat. Once it starts to simmer, add the cornstarch slurry. Cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  10. Combine and Finish:
  11. Add the fried chicken to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  12. Serve:
  13. Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with green onions and additional sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice or with vegetables.