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Sticky Sesame Chicken

Crispy Sticky Sesame Chicken: Your New Favorite Takeout Makeover

Discover the irresistible crispy texture and sweet-savory glaze of Sticky Sesame Chicken, your new favorite takeout makeover!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs or Breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt enhances the chicken's natural flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper adds mild spice
  • 0.5 cup Cornstarch for crispy texture
  • 0.25 cup All-Purpose Flour provides structure
For Frying
  • Vegetable Oil enough for deep frying
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce savory flavor
  • 0.25 cup Rice Vinegar balances sweetness
  • 0.25 cup Light Brown Sugar adds sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Honey enhances sticky texture
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for spice
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch for thickening
  • 0.25 cup Water mixed with cornstarch

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • slotted spoon
  • wire rack

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Start by patting the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper. Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend cornstarch and flour. Dredge the chicken pieces in this mixture until coated.
  3. Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 350°F. First fry chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, honey, ginger, and garlic in a saucepan. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix cornstarch with water until smooth and stir into the simmering sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  6. Increase oil temperature to 375°F. Second fry chicken for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Combine the fried chicken with the sauce in a bowl, tossing until evenly coated. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is dry before frying for optimal crispiness. Adjust sauce thickness as needed.

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