This homemade sesame chicken recipe is quick, crispy, and packed with flavor. Golden chicken pieces are tossed in a sticky, sweet sesame glaze for the perfect takeout-style dinner — ready in 35 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
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1 egg
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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2 tbsp oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1/4 cup water
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1/2 tsp sesame oil
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1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)
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1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (for slurry)
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1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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2 green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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In a bowl, toss chicken with beaten egg. Add cornstarch and mix until each piece is evenly coated.
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Heat oil in a large skillet. Pan-fry the chicken until crisp and golden on all sides. Set aside.
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Mix soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, vinegar, water, garlic, sesame oil, and optional dark soy in a bowl.
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Wipe out the skillet. Add garlic and sauté briefly, then pour in the sauce.
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Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens.
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Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat.
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Top with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with rice or veggies.