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Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken

This Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken is a flavorful, crunchy delight with a sticky, sweet-savory sauce that’s perfect for any night!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Frying pan or wok
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken breast cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup cornstarch for coating
  • 1/4 cup flour helps bind coating
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • canola oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste optional
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
  • green onions chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch chunks and pat dry with paper towels to ensure coating sticks properly.
  • In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs for dipping.
  • Dip chicken pieces into beaten eggs, then coat with the cornstarch mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  • Heat about 1 inch of canola oil in a frying pan or wok over medium-high heat until hot and sizzling.
  • Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add ketchup, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and chili paste if using. Stir to combine.
  • Mix water and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth, then pour into sauce, stirring constantly until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil.
  • Add crispy chicken to the sauce and toss gently to coat each piece thoroughly.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately for best texture.

Notes

  • Fry chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure crispiness.
  • Pat chicken dry before coating to help the batter stick better.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Keyword chicken, Crispy, Easy, Honey, Quick, Sesame