Description
Crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory honey sesame sauce, ideal for an easy weeknight meal or a takeout-style dinner at home.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Coat each piece in cornstarch, dip in beaten egg, and coat again with cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, sauté garlic and ginger in a tablespoon of oil for 30 seconds.
- Add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add the fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.
Notes
- You can bake the chicken at 400°F for 20 minutes for a healthier version.
- Adjust honey or vinegar to taste depending on your preference for sweetness or tanginess.
- For extra crispiness, double fry the chicken.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg