Sesame Chicken
Hey there, food lovers! If you've ever dreamed of diving into a plate of crunchy, sweet, and savory goodness, you're in for a treat with this Sesame Chicken recipe! It's got that perfect balance of flavors and textures that'll make even the pickiest eaters come back for seconds (and thirds!). This delightful dish is not only easy to whip up but also delivers restaurant-quality vibes right from your home kitchen. Excited? Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast cubed (you can use thighs if you prefer!)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or any high-heat oil like canola
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil cut back if it’s too strong for you!
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger but jarred is cool too!
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or any mild vinegar you have
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Chopped green onions for garnish optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. This will give your chicken that yummy crunch! Toss the chicken cubes into the mixture until they’re all coated and happy.
- Dip into Eggs: In another bowl, beat the eggs, and dip the coated chicken pieces into the egg mixture. Yes, it’s a messy job, but it’s so worth it! Just make sure they’re coated well.
- Fry It Up: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add your chicken pieces, but don’t overcrowd the pan. Fry them until golden brown and crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes per batch. When they’re all fried, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up any excess oil.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar until combined. You can adjust the sweetness or saltiness according to your taste—don’t be afraid to taste it!
- Toss It Together: Lower the heat on the skillet to medium (or just off the heat) and add the fried chicken back in! Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss it gently to coat every delicious piece.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions all over your marvelous creation. Feel free to serve this crunchy goodness over rice or steamed veggies!