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Chinese Takeout Sesame Chicken (Crispy, Sweet & Better Than Delivery)

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This Chinese Takeout Sesame Chicken recipe features crispy fried chicken bites coated in a sweet, sticky sesame glaze. It’s the perfect homemade version of a takeout favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • ½ cup cornstarch

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • Oil for frying

  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)

  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional)

For the Sauce:

  • ⅓ cup soy sauce

  • ¼ cup brown sugar or honey

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp ketchup (optional)

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp ginger, minced

  • ½ cup water

  • 2 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)

Instructions

  • Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. Optionally marinate with soy, garlic, and ginger.

  • Set up coating station: egg in one bowl, cornstarch + flour in another.

  • Dip chicken in egg, then dredge in flour mix.

  • Fry in 350°F oil for 3–4 minutes until crispy and golden.

  • In a saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients except the slurry.

  • Bring to a simmer. Add slurry and cook until thickened.

  • Toss crispy chicken with sauce.

  • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.

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