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Sesame Chicken

Golden, crisp chicken bites enveloped in a glossy, sweet-savory sauce and finished with a flourish of sesame seeds—this sesame chicken rivals your favorite takeout, offering superior flavor and freshness in every bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Oil for frying

For the Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce preferably reduced sodium
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fresh garlic minced

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs with salt and pepper, whisking until well blended. In a separate shallow dish, mix together the flour and cornstarch. Dip each chicken piece first into the egg mixture, followed by the flour blend, ensuring an even coating.
  • Heat approximately 3 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot until it reaches 350°F. Fry 7–8 chicken pieces at a time for about 5 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp. Continue frying the remaining chicken in batches and set them aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by whisking together the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the garlic, and sauté briefly for 30 seconds. Pour in the sauce mixture and allow it to simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
  • Add the fried chicken into the skillet with the sauce and stir thoroughly to coat every piece. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

The sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.