Sesame Chicken Recipe
Make Sesame Chicken Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken
For the Sauce
Method
Preparing the Chicken
Cut the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and egg until well combined.
Coat the Chicken
Dip each piece of chicken into the cornstarch mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Cooking the Chicken
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
Fry the Chicken
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces in batches. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Sauce
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
Cook the Sauce
In the same skillet used for the chicken, pour in the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine and Serve
Add Chicken to Sauce
Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and stir to coat evenly.
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top before serving. Serve hot over rice or noodles.