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A plate of savory sesame chicken with a rich glaze

Quick way to grow a simple Sesame Chicken dish

This recipe provides a quick and simple way to prepare a delicious sesame chicken dish. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it combines crispy chicken with a savory sesame sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Sauce
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, then dip in beaten egg, and coat again with cornstarch.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Cooking
  1. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes per batch, then remove and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
  3. Pour sauce mixture into the same skillet (after carefully draining excess oil) and bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
  5. Add fried chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
Serving
  1. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately with rice and steamed vegetables.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can double-fry the chicken. Serve with your favorite side dishes like steamed rice and broccoli for a complete meal.