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Sesame Chicken Recipe

This sesame chicken features crispy pieces of chicken coated in a deliciously sweet and savory honey sesame sauce. It's even more flavorful and satisfying than the restaurant version!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • Oil for frying
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce preferably reduced sodium
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Notes

You can prepare the sauce up to two days in advance before serving.

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