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crispy sesame chicken recipe.

 

🍗 Crispy Sesame Chicken Recipe (Better Than Takeout!)

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 | Course: Dinner | Cuisine: Asian-Inspired | Difficulty: Easy

🥢 Why You’ll Love This Sesame Chicken

This crispy sesame chicken is sweet, savory, and sticky with an irresistible crunch — just like your favorite Chinese takeout, but even better at home! The golden-battered chicken is coated in a glossy sesame sauce and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds and green onions.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this is a weeknight dinner winner the whole family will love.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Oil, for frying

For the Sesame Sauce:

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)

Garnish:

  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced thin

🍳 How to Make Crispy Sesame Chicken

1. Prep and Batter the Chicken

  • Pat chicken dry. In a bowl, whisk the egg with salt and pepper.
  • In another bowl, mix cornstarch and flour.
  • Dip chicken pieces in the egg, then dredge in flour mix until fully coated.

2. Fry Until Golden

  • Heat oil (~1 inch deep) in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Fry chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
  • Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

3. Make the Sesame Sauce

  • In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  • Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry.
  • Cook 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.

4. Toss and Garnish

  • Toss the crispy chicken in the warm sauce until evenly coated.
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

🌟 Tips for Crispy, Flavorful Results

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier texture, but breasts work too.
  • Fry in small batches to avoid crowding the pan.
  • For extra crunch, double-fry the chicken.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick!

🍚 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve over steamed white rice, fried rice, or lo mein
  • Pair with stir-fried veggies or a side of egg rolls
  • Turn it into a bowl meal with quinoa and bok choy

💡 Recipe Variations

Variation Description
Spicy Sesame Chicken Add 1 tsp sriracha or chili paste to sauce
Baked Version Bake battered chicken at 425°F for 20–25 mins
Gluten-Free Use tamari instead of soy sauce + GF flour
Air Fryer Method Air fry at 400°F for 12–15 mins until crispy

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Fry the chicken and store separately. Reheat and toss in sauce before serving.

Q: Is sesame chicken spicy?
Not by default — it’s more sweet-savory. You can make it spicy by adding chili flakes or sriracha.

Q: Can I use store-bought sauce?
Yes, but homemade is more flavorful and free of preservatives.

❤️ Final Thoughts

This crispy sesame chicken recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser — crunchy, sticky, sweet, and deeply satisfying. Whether you're craving Chinese takeout flavors or want a quick, delicious homemade meal, this dish delivers every time.

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 623mg | Potassium: 227mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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