Sesame Chicken Recipe
Crispy chicken tossed in a sweet and savory sesame sauce.Easy homemade recipe ready in 40 minutes.Better than takeout and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 eggs beaten
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- Oil for frying
For the Sauce
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate shallow bowl, combine the flour and cornstarch.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture.
- Repeat until all chicken pieces are coated.
- Heat approximately 3 inches of oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken in batches, cooking 5 minutes per batch until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the sauce.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
- Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
- Add the crispy chicken to the skillet and toss until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.
Notes
- Reduced-sodium soy sauce helps control salt levels.
- Air fryer chicken can be used for a lighter version.
- Garnish with extra green onions and sesame seeds for presentation.
- Serve with broccoli, snap peas, or stir-fried vegetables