Description
Easy Sesame Chicken is your go-to recipe for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. In just under 30 minutes, you can prepare crispy, tender chicken coated in a sweet and tangy sesame sauce that rivals your favorite takeout. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables, making it a versatile option for any meal. Perfect for busy families or casual gatherings, Easy Sesame Chicken is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil to prepare the sauce.
- In another bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, egg whites, and cold seltzer water to create the batter. Coat chicken pieces evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry battered chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy.
- In a wok or skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper; sauté briefly.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and quickly add fried chicken. Toss until well-coated.
- Serve hot with additional sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg