Open Sesame Chicken

Get ready to dazzle your taste buds with this irresistibly crispy and flavorful "Open Sesame Chicken." This quick and easy recipe combines golden, pan-fried chicken thighs with a luscious sesame soy glaze that’s perfectly balanced with hints of sweet honey, tangy rice vinegar, and aromatic garlic and ginger. Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty crunch, while a final garnish of fresh green onions elevates the dish to an eye-catching centerpiece. Perfect as a quick weeknight dinner or a show-stopping dish for gatherings, this sesame chicken pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried veggies. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this Asian-inspired recipe is a must-try for chicken lovers seeking bold flavor and satisfying texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 0.25 cup Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 Green onions (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the egg.

Step 4

Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten egg, then coat it in the cornstarch mixture. Shake off any excess coating and set the chicken pieces on a plate.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F), fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 6

In a small dry skillet, toast the sesame seeds over low heat until they are fragrant and lightly golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, chicken broth, and sesame oil. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the saucepan while stirring, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Add the fried chicken to the saucepan and toss to evenly coat the chicken in the sesame sauce.

Step 10

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the chicken and toss lightly.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve immediately with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1054.8 grams (1054.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3100

Total Fat 269.90g	346%
Saturated Fat 43.60g	218%
Polyunsaturated Fat 146.40g
Cholesterol 604mg	201%
Sodium 2958mg	129%
Total Carbohydrate 106.70g	39%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 44.70g
Protein 89.90g	180%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 148mg	11%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 1433mg	30%

*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: 75.5%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 13.3%