Description
This Honey Sesame Chicken is a crispy, golden-brown chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey sesame sauce. It’s better than takeout and comes together in just 30 minutes! Serve it over rice with steamed vegetables for a delicious and easy dinner.
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- For the Honey Sesame Sauce:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, then coat in the cornstarch-flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove and drain on a paper towel.
- 2. Make the Sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Bring to a simmer, then add the cornstarch slurry. Stir until the sauce thickens (about 2 minutes).
- 3. Combine & Serve:
- Toss the crispy chicken in the honey sesame sauce until fully coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Serve over white rice or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Air Fryer Option: Cook the chicken at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Baking Option: Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping once.
- Add Heat: Stir in ½ tsp red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Vegetable Add-Ins: Toss in bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for extra nutrients.
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