This sesame chicken recipe is crisped chicken in a sweet soy glaze, finished with sesame seeds. It is not sesame noodles or a plain stir fry.
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Sesame Chicken
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Sesame Chicken. From Olivia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds (680g) chicken thighs, cubed
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- oil for frying
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Toss the chicken with cornstarch and fry until browned. Drain.
- Simmer soy, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic until glossy, about 3 minutes.
- Toss the chicken in the glaze and scatter the seeds.
Notes
Glaze at the last minute so the crust stays crisp.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Honey
The shine. Sugar works, honey clings better.
Seeds
Toasted if you have a dry pan free.
Thighs
They forgive the fry.
Vinegar
A spoon, so the glaze is not only sweet.
Nutrition (estimated)
About 320 calories per serving. Estimate only, not a lab test.
FAQ
Rice
On the side.
Storage
Fridge, 2 days.
Broccoli
Steamed, if you want a green.
Soy
Regular, not a thick bottle meant for dipping.