Imperial Chinese Restaurant Sesame Chicken

Bring the flavors of your favorite Chinese takeout home with this Imperial Chinese Restaurant Sesame Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, golden-fried chicken coated in a sticky, sweet-savory sauce infused with honey, soy sauce, garlic, and a touch of sesame oil, this dish is a symphony of bold and balanced flavors. The chicken is perfectly crispy, thanks to a simple batter of flour and cornstarch, and it gets elevated with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a fragrant finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this restaurant-style sesame chicken is perfect for busy weeknights or an indulgent homemade treat. Pair it with fluffy steamed rice or vibrant stir-fried veggies for a complete and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 egg
• 0.5 cup water
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, 1 egg, 0.5 cup water, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce to create a thick batter.

Step 3

Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 4

Dip the chicken pieces into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then carefully drop them into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the simmering sauce, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

In a large wok or skillet, pour the sauce over the fried chicken and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and toss again.

Step 8

Serve the sesame chicken hot, garnished with chopped green onions. Pair with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1464.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5430.1

Total Fat 466.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 282.8g
Cholesterol 586.1mg	0%
Sodium 2830.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 70.3g
Protein 152.8g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 177.6mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1815.6mg	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: 74.6%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 14.5%