Flavorful Sesame Chicken
Dive into the irresistible flavors of this **Flavorful Sesame Chicken**, a takeout favorite made right in your kitchen! Tender pieces of seasoned chicken thighs are coated in a crispy golden crust, thanks to a quick fry in a cornstarch-and-flour blend. Tossed in a sticky, savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, honey, hoisin, and a touch of sesame oil, this dish is elevated by the aromatic duo of garlic and ginger. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this sesame chicken recipe is perfect when paired with steamed rice or noodles for a restaurant-style meal at home. Ready in under an hour, it's an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with its bold, enticing flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.75 cup Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, grated
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 3 tbsp Hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
- 2 tbsp Sesame seeds
- 2 pieces Green onions, sliced
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.
In a shallow bowl, mix 3/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels and set aside.
Discard the frying oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet. If necessary, add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for flavor.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and chicken broth.
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
In a separate small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the fried chicken pieces to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the sauce.
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the chicken and stir gently.
Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve hot alongside steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.8 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 69.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 1422 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 576 mg | 12% | |
*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.
