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Crispy Sesame Chicken Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Sweet Sticky Glaze

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A quick and easy crispy sesame chicken coated in a sweet sticky glaze with toasted sesame seeds, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch (60g) or potato starch for gluten-free alternative
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil (for frying), peanut oil preferred
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (60ml), low sodium if preferred
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup (60ml)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and cut into roughly 1.5-inch chunks.
  2. Place chicken pieces in a large bowl and sprinkle with cornstarch. Toss gently until every piece is lightly coated.
  3. Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring constantly. Set aside.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and grated ginger in a small bowl until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels or wire rack.
  7. Remove excess oil from skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Pour in the glaze and cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened and bubbling.
  8. Add fried chicken back to skillet and toss quickly to coat evenly with glaze.
  9. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over glazed chicken and toss once more.
  10. Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Notes

Keep chicken pieces dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to avoid soggy chicken. If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen. For a healthier option, bake coated chicken at 425°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.

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