Crispy Sesame Chicken with Sticky Sweet Sauce
Crispy chicken bites tossed in a sweet, sticky sesame glaze — just like your favorite takeout but made at home with healthier ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- 2–3 tbsp oil for frying
For the Sesame Sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- Optional: 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp water (slurry)
Garnish:
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Dip chicken in egg, then dredge in flour and cornstarch mixture.
- Fry in hot oil until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- In a saucepan, combine sauce ingredients (except slurry). Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in slurry and cook until thickened.
- Toss fried chicken in sauce until well coated.
- Top with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Air-fry or bake for lighter version
- Make sauce in advance and store in fridge
- Great with rice or veggie stir-fry