Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken

Name: Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 1 dash sesame oil; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; 0.25 teaspoon baking powder; 0.25 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 quart vegetable oil for frying; 0.5 cup water; 1 cup chicken broth; 0.25 cup distilled white vinegar; 0.25 cup cornstarch; 1 cup white sugar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1 teaspoon red chile paste (such as Thai Kitchen®); 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

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My family begs for this sesame chicken! It's much easier to prepare than the ingredient list indicates. If you are a fan of Chinese-style food, prepare to love this yummy dish. Serve over jasmine rice.

Submitted by MISSFAVOR

Updated on February 23, 2023

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

4

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2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 dash sesame oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon canola oil
4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
½ cup water
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon red chile paste (such as Thai Kitchen®)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Directions

Combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, dry sherry, a dash of sesame oil, flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, baking powder, baking soda, and canola oil in a large bowl. Mix well; stir in chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Combine 1/2 cup water, chicken broth, vinegar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, red chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, constantly stirring. Turn heat to low and keep warm, occasionally stirring.
Fry marinated chicken in batches until cooked through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Transfer chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle chicken with sesame seeds.

Tips

Tamari can be used in place of soy sauce if you desire.

For a sweeter sauce, use 2 tablespoons of vinegar. If you like it tangy, use up to 3/4 cup!

1,688 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

745	Calories
37g	Fat
69g	Carbs
34g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 745
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37g	48%
Saturated Fat 5g	27%
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Sodium 1405mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 69g	25%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 51g
Protein 34g	69%
Vitamin C 0mg	0%
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 329mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken

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