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Sticky Sesame Chicken Bites

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy crispy, tender chicken bites coated in a sweet and savory sesame sauce, perfect for a flavorful appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Batter

  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 cup cold water (plus more as needed)

Sauce

  • 0.5 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Frying

  • 4 cups vegetable oil (or canola oil)

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Instructions 

  • Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix flour, cornstarch, egg, and water to form a thick batter. Coat chicken pieces.
  • Fry chicken at 325°F until golden, then increase oil to 375°F and fry again for extra crispiness. Drain on wire rack.
  • Prepare sauce by simmering soy, honey, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and slurry until thickened. Stir in sesame oil.
  • Toss fried chicken in sauce, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crunch, double fry the chicken at a higher temperature.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer, main
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken, crispy, sesame