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Honey Sesame Chicken

Delicious Honey Sesame Chicken You Can Make at Home

This Honey Sesame Chicken recipe brings sweet and savory flavors for a quick and delicious dinner option.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 tsp Salt Opt for sea salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Flour is a suitable substitute
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil High smoke-point oil like canola or peanut
For the Veggies
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper Substitute with red or green bell peppers if preferred
  • 1 cup Green Beans Any green veggie can be substituted
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Do not use regular oil
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium options recommended
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Minced, fresh preferred

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Deep pan
  • Wire rack
  • Ziplock bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the egg mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. In a ziplock bag, combine cornstarch with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the egg-coated chicken to the bag, seal it, and shake gently until coated.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.
  6. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of toasted sesame oil and sauté the sliced yellow bell pepper and green beans for about 3-4 minutes.
  7. In a saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ginger over low heat. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then thicken with cornstarch mixed with water.
  8. Combine the crispy chicken with the sautéed vegetables, pour the sesame sauce over, and toss gently.
  9. Serve the Honey Sesame Chicken on a platter, garnished with sesame seeds and your choice of jasmine rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Fry chicken in small batches to avoid sogginess. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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