Addictive Sesame Chicken Recipe

Name: Addictive Sesame Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 1 dash sesame oil; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 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; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 cup white sugar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1 teaspoon red chile paste (such as Thai Kitchen(R)); 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 dash sesame oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 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
1/2 cup water
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon red chile paste (such as Thai Kitchen(R))
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

1
Combine the 2 tablespoons soy sauce, the dry sherry, 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 the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
2
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
3
Combine the 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, stirring constantly. Turn heat to low and keep warm, stirring occasionally.
4
Fry the marinated chicken in batches until cooked through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
5
Transfer the chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon dry sherry, 1 dash sesame oil, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Addictive Sesame Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Addictive Sesame Chicken

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