Description

Crispy, saucy, and packed with sweet-and-savory flavor—this Sesame Chicken is your takeout favorite made better at home. Tossed in a glossy, garlicky glaze with a hint of spice and finished with toasted sesame, it’s a crowd-pleasing classic every time.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

¼ cup soy sauce

¼ cup ketchup

2 tbsp honey

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp sweet chili sauce (or red pepper flakes for spice)

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tsp cornstarch

For the Chicken:

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

2 large eggs

3 tbsp cornstarch

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

¾ cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp oil (for pan-frying)

Instructions

Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Set aside.

Prep the Chicken: In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.

Coat Chicken: Dip chicken pieces in egg, then dredge in flour mixture until fully coated.

Cook: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches, turning to brown evenly, about 6–8 minutes total. Remove and set aside.

Glaze: Wipe excess oil from the pan. Pour in the sauce and cook over medium heat until it thickens, about 2–3 minutes.

Combine: Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sticky sesame sauce.

Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve over rice or noodles.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner

Nutrition

Calories: 450
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 35g