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Easy Sesame Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Cornstarch salt, and pepper for coating chicken
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tsp minced ginger
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions
  • Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs or breasts into uniform bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. For an extra layer of crispiness, dip the coated chicken in beaten egg before frying.
  • Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to simmer. To thicken the sauce, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing a tablespoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of water. Stir this into the sauce and simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  • Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the fried chicken pieces to the saucepan with the sesame sauce. Toss the chicken in the sauce to ensure it is well-coated. Allow it to simmer for another 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  • Serve: Transfer the sesame chicken to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.