Imperial Chinese Restaurant Sesame Chicken Recipe

Name: Imperial Chinese Restaurant Sesame Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 5 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 pinch salt; 6 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon chili oil; 2 teaspoons roasted sesame seeds; oil (for frying); SAUCE; 8 tablespoons chicken broth; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 4 tablespoons sugar; 4 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon oyster sauce

Servings: persons

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
5 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon chili oil
2 teaspoons roasted sesame seeds
oil (for frying)
SAUCE
8 tablespoons chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon oyster sauce

1
*To roast sesame seeds.
2
Put in a pan on medium heat and brown lightly, stirring constantly.
3
In a small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients until well combined.
4
Cut chicken in 1/2 inch strips.
5
Place in a bowl with water and salt and let soak for about 15 minutes.
6
Do not drain.
7
Add cornstarch and mix well, coating chicken.
8
Add 1 tbsp. vegetable oil to chicken and mix until smooth.
9
Separate chicken pieces.
10
Heat oil in wok on medium heat.
11
Fry chicken until crisp and cooked.
12
Remove from wok and drain oil.
13
Heat wok up again with 1 teaspoon of oil.
14
Add ginger, garlic, and chili oil, stir fry until fragrant.
15
Add sauce mix, stir until thickened.
16
Add chicken and mix well.
17
Sprinkle on sesame seeds, before serving.
18
Serve on a bed of lettuce or rice.

490

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 5 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 pinch salt, 6 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Imperial Chinese Restaurant 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Imperial Chinese Restaurant Sesame Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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