This sesame chicken is crispy chicken pieces tossed in a sweet and savory honey sesame sauce. This version is even better than what you would get at a restaurant!
1 1/2lbsboneless skinless chicken breastscut into 1 inch pieces
2eggsbeaten
salt and pepper to taste
1/2cupall purpose flour
1/2cupcornstarch
oil for frying
For the sauce
1teaspoonvegetable oil
1teaspoonminced fresh garlic
1/4cuphoney
1/4cupsoy sauce(reduced sodium if possible)
2tablespoonsketchup
3tablespoonsbrown sugar
2tablespoonsrice vinegar
1tablespoontoasted sesame oil
2teaspoonscornstarch
2tablespoonssesame seeds
2tablespoonssliced green onions
Instructions
Place the eggs, salt and pepper in a bowl. Stir to combine
Place the flour and 1/2 cup of cornstarch in a shallow bowl or on a plate. Stir to combine.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then into the flour. Repeat the process with all of the chicken.
Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350 degrees F
Add 7-8 pieces of chicken to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes or until crispy and golden brown. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken
Drain the chicken on paper towels
While the chicken is cooking, combine the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil and 2 teaspoons of cornstarch in a bowl.
Heat the teaspoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the honey sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until just thickened.
Add the crispy chicken to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve.
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Notes
The sauce can be made up to two days before you plan to serve it.