Crispy Sesame Chicken
A delicious and flavorful dish combining crispy fried chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for dinner parties or family meals.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 pieces eggs
- 0.5 cup flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- Oil for frying vegetable oil
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil divided (1 tablespoon and 3 teaspoons)
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 teaspoons garlic powder)
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.5 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon hoisin sauce
- 0.33 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium to large-sized shallow bowl, combine flour and cornstarch.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Coat each piece of chicken by dipping it into the egg mixture first, then into the flour mixture. Place the coated chicken pieces on a large plate and repeat until all chicken is coated.
Cooking
- In a deep pot, add about 3-3.5 inches of oil and heat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a thermometer for accuracy.
- Once the oil is heated, fry the chicken in batches, adding about 8 pieces at a time. Cook for approximately 5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Sauce Preparation
- In a separate bowl, mix honey, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 2 teaspoons of cornstarch.
Combining
- In a large pan, heat 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sauce mixture to the pan and let it simmer for about 3 minutes until thickened.
- Once the sauce is thick, add the crispy chicken to the pan and toss until fully coated. Drizzle the remaining sesame oil over the top.
- Top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, then serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for frying; this will prevent the chicken from absorbing too much oil. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken pieces in soy sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.