Asian Sesame Chicken

Golden-brown crispy chicken pieces glazed in a glossy sesame sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, served on a white platter with steamed vegetables on the side

28 minutes
4 servings
Easy
High-ProteinAsian-InspiredFamily-FriendlyRestaurant-Style
Asian Sesame Chicken

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs (beaten)
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 green onions (sliced)
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Nutrition Facts

Per 4 servings
Calories485 kcal
Protein38 g
Carbohydrates28 g
Fat25 g
Fiber2 g

* Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

1

Prepare and Fry the Chicken

In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken pieces first in beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.

Pro Tip:

Don't overcrowd the pan - fry in batches to maintain oil temperature and ensure crispy coating

Golden-brown crispy chicken pieces frying in hot oil with a beautiful crunchy coating
2

Make the Sesame Sauce

While chicken is frying, prepare the sauce in a small saucepan. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) and whisk constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.

Pro Tip:

The sauce should coat the back of a spoon when properly thickened

Glossy, amber-colored sesame sauce simmering in a saucepan with visible garlic and ginger pieces
3

Combine and Serve

Return the fried chicken to the large skillet and pour the warm sesame sauce over the chicken. Toss gently for 1-2 minutes until all pieces are evenly coated with the glossy sauce. Transfer to a serving platter and immediately sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot as a main dish with steamed rice or vegetables, or as an appetizer with toothpicks.

Pro Tip:

Serve immediately while the coating is still crispy and the sauce is warm and glossy

Crispy chicken pieces being tossed in glossy sesame sauce with sesame seeds and green onions being sprinkled on top