Sesame Chicken with Lemon Sauce
Crispy, golden-brown sesame chicken coated in a zesty and velvety lemon sauce—this easy-to-make dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and tangy flavors. Featuring bite-sized pieces of tender chicken fried to perfection and finished with a rich, garlic-infused lemon glaze, this recipe is elevated with the aromatic crunch of toasted sesame seeds. Whether served over steamed rice or as a standout appetizer, this Asian-inspired recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 40 minutes and garnished with optional fresh green onions for a burst of color, this sesame chicken with lemon sauce is the ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or casual entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 60 grams Cornstarch
- 60 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 30 grams Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 500 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 30 grams Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 240 milliliters Chicken broth
- 60 milliliters Fresh lemon juice
- 40 grams Sugar
- 15 grams Cornstarch (for sauce)
- 30 milliliters Water
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy (about 4-5 minutes per batch). Drain on paper towels.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir and bring the mixture to a simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Add the slurry to the saucepan, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens (2-3 minutes). Remove from heat.
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes over medium heat until lightly golden and fragrant.
Place the fried chicken on a serving dish and drizzle with the lemon sauce. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.
Optional: Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 513.3 g | 658% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.8 g | 439% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 292.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 868 mg | 289% | |
| Sodium | 3620 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.8 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.6 g | ||
| Protein | 184.9 g | 370% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1972 mg | 42% | |
*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.
