Description
A heartwarming and delicious take on a classic comfort food, Easy Sesame Chicken features tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory sauce with a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon oil (neutral oil like canola or vegetable)
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (light sodium)
- ½ teaspoon dark soy sauce (optional)
- 1 stalk green onion, cut into thin slices
- Oil (as needed for cooking and frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming it and cutting it into bite-sized pieces. Combine with water, salt, and baking soda, then let sit for 15 minutes.
- Create the batter by whisking eggs and cornstarch together until smooth.
- Fry the chicken in hot oil, working in batches, for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain excess oil on a paper towel.
- Make the sauce by combining ketchup, water, sugar, and vinegar in a saucepan and bringing it to a simmer. Thicken with cornstarch mixed with water if desired.
- Combine the fried chicken with the sauce and toss until well-coated. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Serve over jasmine rice or steamed broccoli for a complete meal. Consider adding chili paste for a spicy version or using tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Easy Sesame Chicken, comfort food, quick dinner, Asian cuisine