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Honey Sesame Chicken

Savory Honey Sesame Chicken: Your New Favorite Comfort Food

A delightful homemade version of Honey Sesame Chicken that blends savory and sweet flavors into a comforting family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 2 large Eggs whipped well
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour sifted
  • 0.5 cup Cornstarch substitute with potato starch for gluten-free option
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil or peanut oil for flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper or red/orange peppers
  • 1 cup Green Beans or snap peas/broccoli
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 0.5 cup Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 0.5 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for thickening sauce

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Ziplock bag
  • Small saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. Whisk the Wet Batter: Combine eggs, salt, and pepper; coat chicken in this mixture.
  3. Create the Dry Batter: Mix flour and cornstarch in a ziplock bag; coat chicken pieces.
  4. Heat the Oil for Frying: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep frying pan.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Fry chicken in batches for 5–7 minutes until golden brown; drain on a wire rack.
  6. Sauté the Vegetables: Sauté sliced bell pepper and green beans until tender.
  7. Make the Sauce: Combine honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil; thicken with cornstarch and water mixture.
  8. Combine Everything: Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce and add sautéed vegetables.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best texture and flavor. Ideal with jasmine rice or noodles.

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