Description
Honey sesame chicken is a sweet, sticky, and savory favorite that’s better than takeout! Tender chicken pieces are coated in a golden crisp crust and tossed in a luscious honey sesame sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy homemade recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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Oil for frying
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1/3 cup soy sauce
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1/4 cup honey
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1/4 cup water
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1 tbsp sesame seeds
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Green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
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Prep Chicken: Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch until fully coated.
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Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Make Sauce: In a pan, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Combine: Add fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
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Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
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Lighter Option: Bake or air-fry the chicken instead of deep frying.
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Make It Spicy: Add chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce for a kick.
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Vegetarian Version: Swap chicken for tofu or cauliflower.
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Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
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Reheating: Best reheated in a skillet to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 20min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American