Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Chinese Takeout Sesame Chicken! This dish features crispy chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, sweet-savory sauce, topped with toasted sesame seeds for that authentic taste. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe allows you to customize ingredients to fit your taste and dietary preferences. With easy-to-follow steps, you’ll impress your loved ones with a dish that’s not just better than takeout but also healthier and made with love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss with cornstarch and flour until coated.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or wok to about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown (about 4-6 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger.
- Combine fried chicken with the sauce in a clean pan over low heat until evenly coated. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (165g)
- Calories: 336
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use turkey as an alternative to chicken for a different flavor. For added veggies, stir-fry bell peppers or broccoli along with the chicken.