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Sesame Chicken

Sesame Chicken
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A quick and easy Sesame Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken coated in a crispy golden crust and tossed in a sweet and savory sesame glaze, perfect for a flavorful homemade meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch or flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

Sesame Sauce

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or white vinegar

Garnishes

  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks and pat dry thoroughly to ensure the coating sticks well. Set up a dredging station with beaten eggs on one side and the cornstarch or flour on the other, seasoned lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the beaten eggs, then dredge thoroughly in the cornstarch or flour mixture to achieve a light but full coating, which is essential for crispy texture.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat enough oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  4. Make the Sesame Sauce: While the chicken is frying, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar in a small pan. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes fragrant.
  5. Toss Chicken in Sauce: Return the crispy chicken to the pan with the sauce, tossing carefully to coat every piece evenly. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions just before serving to add crunch and freshness.

Notes

  • Pat chicken dry to enhance crispiness.
  • Maintain medium-high heat when frying to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
  • Fry chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and keep oil temperature steady.
  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor in the sauce.
  • Lightly toast sesame seeds before garnishing to bring out their nutty aroma.

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