Sticky Sesame Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden perfection meets a sweet and savory glaze in these irresistible Sticky Sesame Chicken Tenders. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines tender, breaded chicken with a rich, sticky sauce made from soy sauce, honey, hoisin, and a touch of fresh ginger and garlic for bold flavor with an Asian-inspired twist. The panko breadcrumbs create a satisfyingly crunchy coating, while the sesame-infused glaze adds a glossy finish that's bursting with umami. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, these chicken tenders are perfect as a quick weeknight dinner or a standout appetizer. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy homemade dish will win over your taste buds and is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken tenders
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 2 sliced green onions

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken tenders with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Set up three bowls: one with flour and cornstarch mixed, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Dip each chicken tender into the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally coat it with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F), fry the chicken tenders in batches for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer.

Step 6

In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the saucepan and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Toss the cooked chicken tenders in the sticky sesame sauce until well coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1175.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4249.5

Total Fat 319.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 140.9g
Cholesterol 599.8mg	0%
Sodium 8398.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 67.7g
Protein 126.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 288.0mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 1794.9mg	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: 65.9%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 22.5%