Flawless Sesame Chicken Restaurant Style

Indulge in the ultimate takeout-inspired experience with this Flawless Sesame Chicken Restaurant Style recipe, a perfect fusion of crisp fried chicken and a luscious, sticky-sweet sesame glaze. Tender, marinated chicken thighs are coated in a light, golden crust and tossed in a rich sauce made with honey, soy sauce, and a hint of sesame oil for that signature umami depth. The dish is garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, bringing a pop of flavor and visual appeal. Quick and satisfying, this homemade take on a Chinese restaurant favorite is ready in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with fluffy steamed rice or noodles. A must-try for fans of sesame chicken, this recipe guarantees mouthwatering results and an authentic dining experience right in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (for slurry)
• 1 tablespoon Water (for slurry)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a bowl and marinate with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce for 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs.

Step 3

Dip each piece of chicken in the beaten egg, then coat it in the flour mixture. Shake off excess flour and set aside.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 5

In a saucepan, combine 0.5 cup water, honey, ketchup, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, white vinegar, garlic powder, and sesame oil. Heat over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.

Step 6

Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to create a slurry. Add it to the saucepan and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the fried chicken pieces to the saucepan, tossing to coat evenly in the sauce.

Step 8

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1710.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6091.1

Total Fat 522.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 276.8g
Cholesterol 1222.5mg	0%
Sodium 4374.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 90.2g
Protein 203.8g	0%

Vitamin D 129.6IU	0%
Calcium 227.1mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 2213.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.3%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 11.6%