Flavorful Sesame Chicken

Dive into the irresistible flavors of this **Flavorful Sesame Chicken**, a takeout favorite made right in your kitchen! Tender pieces of seasoned chicken thighs are coated in a crispy golden crust, thanks to a quick fry in a cornstarch-and-flour blend. Tossed in a sticky, savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, honey, hoisin, and a touch of sesame oil, this dish is elevated by the aromatic duo of garlic and ginger. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this sesame chicken recipe is perfect when paired with steamed rice or noodles for a restaurant-style meal at home. Ready in under an hour, it's an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with its bold, enticing flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.75 cup Cornstarch
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp Ginger, grated
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 3 tbsp Hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 3 tbsp Honey
• 0.25 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 2 tbsp Sesame seeds
• 2 pieces Green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, mix 3/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.

Step 3

Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 4

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels and set aside.

Step 5

Discard the frying oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet. If necessary, add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for flavor.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and chicken broth.

Step 8

Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 9

In a separate small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Add the fried chicken pieces to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the sauce.

Step 11

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the chicken and stir gently.

Step 12

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot alongside steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1591.1 grams (1591.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5924

Total Fat 519.20g	666%
Saturated Fat 84.00g	420%
Polyunsaturated Fat 279.70g
Cholesterol 852mg	284%
Sodium 6204mg	270%
Total Carbohydrate 159.70g	58%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 66.10g
Protein 193.30g	387%

Vitamin D 48IU	238%
Calcium 190mg	15%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 2229mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.8%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 10.5%