Description
Irresistible sesame chicken recipe delivers crispy, golden-brown perfection with a sweet and tangy glaze. Chinese-inspired dish promises a delightful balance of flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsps cornstarch
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsps honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsps cornstarch
- 2 tbsps canola oil
- Cooked white or brown rice
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Sauce Fusion: Whisk soy sauce, ketchup, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl until forming a silky, uniform sauce.
- Egg Coating Preparation: Blend eggs, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish to create a smooth, light egg wash for chicken dredging.
- Chicken Breading: Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, thoroughly coating, then transfer to flour, ensuring an even, comprehensive coverage.
- Oil Heating: Warm canola or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat, establishing an ideal frying environment for achieving crispy perfection.
- Chicken Frying: Introduce chicken pieces in strategic batches, maintaining optimal cooking temperature. Fry until golden-brown and fully cooked, approximately 10 minutes, adjusting heat to prevent scorching.
- Sauce Integration: Shift cooked chicken to one skillet side, pour sauce into the empty space. Simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken, developing a rich, glossy consistency.
- Final Glazing: Gently fold chicken into the bubbling sauce, ensuring complete coating. Continue cooking on low heat for 2-3 minutes to intensify flavor and shine.
- Presentation: Arrange the glistening sesame chicken over fluffy rice, garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a vibrant, textural finish.
Notes
- Sauce Consistency Check: Whisk ingredients thoroughly to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth, glossy texture that clings perfectly to chicken.
- Egg Wash Pro Tip: Use room temperature eggs for better coating adhesion and more even coverage on chicken pieces.
- Oil Temperature Control: Maintain consistent medium heat around 350°F to achieve crispy, golden-brown exterior without burning the chicken.
- Batch Cooking Strategy: Fry chicken in small batches to prevent temperature drop and ensure each piece gets evenly crisp and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg