Family Favorite Sesame Chicken
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with "Family Favorite Sesame Chicken," a mouthwatering homemade take on a beloved takeout classic! This recipe features tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless, skinless chicken thighs coated in a crispy crust, made by dredging in a savory mix of cornstarch, flour, and seasonings. It's then fried to golden perfection and tossed in a glossy, flavorful sauce infused with soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and toasted sesame oil. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, balanced with a hint of tangy rice vinegar, will have everyone asking for seconds. Topped with sesame seeds and optional fresh scallions for a pop of color, this sesame chicken pairs perfectly with fluffy steamed rice or sautéed vegetables. With just 20 minutes of prep and under 30 minutes of cook time, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or even meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, grated
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tsp Cornstarch for sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Scallions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.
Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.
Dredge the chicken pieces first in the egg, then in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Fry the chicken pieces in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan, until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and water.
In another small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water to make a slurry.
In a clean pan or wok, heat the sauce mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the fried chicken to the pan and toss to coat thoroughly in the sauce.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and garnish with sliced scallions, if desired.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 392.5 g | 503% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.3 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 209.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 939 mg | 313% | |
| Sodium | 5228 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.0 g | ||
| Protein | 142.8 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1681 mg | 36% | |
*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.
