Sesame Chicken – Sweet, Savory, and Irresistible!

Craving takeout? Make this Sesame Chicken at home! 🤩 With crispy chicken coated in a sticky sesame glaze, this dish is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Serve it with steamed rice or stir-fried veggies for the ultimate meal! 🍚

Ingredients:
For the Chicken:

2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 🥩
½ cup cornstarch 🌽
½ cup flour 🌾
2 eggs, beaten 🥚
Salt & pepper 🧂
Oil for frying 🛢️
For the Sesame Sauce:

⅓ cup soy sauce 🌿
½ cup honey 🍯
2 tbsp rice vinegar 🍚
1 tbsp hoisin sauce 🍜
2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1 tsp sesame oil 🛢️
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry) 🌽
Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish 🌱
Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken:
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Dip each piece into the beaten eggs, then coat with a mixture of cornstarch and flour.

2️⃣ Fry the Chicken:
Heat oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

3️⃣ Make the Sesame Sauce:
In a saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, garlic, and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

4️⃣ Thicken the Sauce:
Mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add it to the sauce, stirring constantly until thickened.

5️⃣ Coat the Chicken:
Add the fried chicken to the saucepan and toss until fully coated in the sticky sesame sauce.

6️⃣ Serve:
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables!

💡 Tips:

For a healthier option, try air frying or baking the chicken! 🍃
Add red chili flakes for a spicy kick 🌶️.
Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop for best results.
This Sesame Chicken will have you skipping takeout and heading straight to your kitchen! 🍗✨ Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or anytime you want to treat yourself to something delicious.