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A plate of savory sesame chicken with a glossy sauce and sesame seeds.

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Master the art of homemade sesame chicken with this reliable and delicious recipe, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal or special occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions sliced

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Wok
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Toss chicken pieces with beaten egg, then coat thoroughly in cornstarch, ensuring each piece is well covered.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  2. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat.
  3. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to create a slurry, then whisk it into the simmering sauce and cook until thickened.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the fried chicken to the thickened sauce, tossing to coat every piece evenly.
  2. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving immediately with rice or noodles.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can double-fry the chicken. Ensure your oil is hot enough before frying to prevent soggy chicken. Adjust sweetness and spice to your preference by modifying honey/brown sugar and adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce, respectively.