Hawaiian Sesame Chicken
Dive into the tropical flavors of Hawaiian Sesame Chicken, a dish that fuses crispy, golden chicken bites with a luscious pineapple-soy glaze. Perfectly balanced with hints of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, this recipe brings a delightful sweetness and tang to your plate. The tender chicken is coated in a light, crispy batter before being tossed in a glossy sauce made with fresh pineapple juice and brown sugar, creating a sticky, irresistible finish. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with a harmonious blend of savory and tropical flavors. Serve it over steamed rice or pair it with stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing treat, Hawaiian Sesame Chicken is a flavorful twist on classic comfort food that your whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 4 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 200 milliliters Pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 250 milliliters Cooking oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, whisk the eggs and soy sauce together. In another bowl, mix the cornstarch and flour.
Dip the chicken pieces in the egg mixture and then coat them in the cornstarch-flour mixture. Set aside.
Heat the cooking oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves and the sauce begins to thicken slightly, about 3–4 minutes.
To the thickened sauce, add a slurry made by mixing 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water. Stir until the sauce thickens further, then remove from heat.
In a large bowl, toss the cooked chicken pieces with the pineapple sauce until evenly coated.
Transfer the chicken to a serving plate. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish.
Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 308.6 g | 396% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.0 g | 235% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 869 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 3035 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.5 g | ||
| Protein | 163.6 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2106 mg | 45% | |
*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.
