Go Back
–+ servings
Sesame Chicken Recipe: Crispy Sweet and Savory Perfection

Sesame Chicken Recipe: Crispy Sweet and Savory Bliss

This Sesame Chicken Recipe combines crispy texture and a perfect sweet-savory glaze for a delicious meal everyone will love!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs or breasts if preferred
  • 2 Eggs binder for coating
  • 1/4 cup Milk adds moisture to the egg mixture
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch for crispy texture
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper to taste
For Frying
  • 2 cups Oil Vegetable or Peanut
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Sugar for sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar or substitute
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup to thicken sauce
  • 1 tbsp Minced Ginger for flavor
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic for flavor
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil for finishing
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds for texture
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions sliced, for garnish

Equipment

  • Deep pot or fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Thermometer
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken thighs into uniform 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk eggs and milk.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Dredge each chicken piece in egg mixture then in the flour mixture, coating well.
  5. Fry in batches for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Combine sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger, and garlic in a skillet over medium heat. Simmer and thicken the sauce.
  7. Toss fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for 3 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!