Cabana Boy Sesame Chicken
Indulge in the sweet, savory, and nutty flavors of Cabana Boy Sesame Chicken—a show-stopping dish that transforms crispy, golden-brown chicken bites into a luscious treat coated in a silky, caramelized sesame sauce. This recipe combines tender chicken fried to perfection in a light cornstarch batter with a tantalizing glaze made from honey, soy sauce, orange juice, and a hint of coconut milk for an exotic twist. Sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds and garnished with fresh green onions, this dish strikes the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, Cabana Boy Sesame Chicken is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for family dinners or dinner parties. Enjoy it over fluffy steamed rice or stir-fried noodles for a complete, restaurant-quality meal that’s bursting with Asian-inspired flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 egg
- 0.5 cup cold water
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 tablespoons coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, flour, salt, and ground black pepper.
Crack the egg into the bowl and add the cold water to create a batter. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Dip the chicken pieces into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Carefully drop the chicken pieces into the hot oil and fry in batches until golden brown and fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
In a separate pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
Add the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, orange juice, and coconut milk. Stir until combined and bring to a simmer.
Cook the sauce for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Toss the fried chicken pieces in the sauce until they are fully coated.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the chicken and stir gently to distribute.
Top with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 449.8 g | 577% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 280.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 4790 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.3 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.9 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 643 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
