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Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken Recipe Easy Sweet Sticky Glaze

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A quick and easy crispy honey sesame chicken with a sweet and sticky glaze that is perfect for hectic weeknights and loved by kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for frying (canola or peanut oil preferred)
  • ⅓ cup honey (raw or wildflower honey)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Optional: chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into roughly 1½-inch pieces and pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the egg, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to coat fully. Let the coating set for about 5 minutes.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok to about 1½ inches deep and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F or 74°C). Drain on paper towels or wire rack.
  7. While frying the last batch, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ginger, and toasted sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
  8. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the glaze thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat.
  9. Transfer fried chicken to a large bowl, pour hot glaze over, and toss gently to coat without losing crispness.
  10. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions if using. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Use a mix of flour and cornstarch for a light, crispy coating. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid soggy or burnt chicken. Toss chicken in glaze just before serving to keep crispness. For gluten-free, use tamari and almond flour. Toast sesame seeds for extra flavor.

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