Crispy Baked Honey Sesame Chicken

Overview

Prep Time: 10 min • Cook Time: 25 min
Total Time: 35 min

Makes 4-6 servings

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what you’ll need:

for the chicken:

• 2 lbs chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)

• 1/2 cup cornstarch

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp each of salt and pepper

• 1 egg, beaten

• spray oil

  for the honey sesame sauce:

• 1/3 cup honey

• 1/4 cup soy sauce

• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce

• 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar

• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

• 1 tbsp ginger paste

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

• 1-2 tbsp sriracha

• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 3 tbsp water (optional for thickening)

  for the garnish:

• toasted sesame seeds

• sliced green onions

• red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Add a baking rack to a large baking sheet and lightly spray with oil to keep the chicken from sticking.

2. Add the cubed chicken, cornstarch, flour, seasoning, and the beaten egg in a large ziplock bag or Tupperware. Seal it tight with a lid and shake really well until the chicken is well coated.

3. Place the chicken in an even layer on the baking rack and spray lightly with more oil. Bake for 15 minutes, flip, and cook another 10 minutes until fully cooked and crispy.

4. Meanwhile, make the honey sesame sauce. Add all the sauce ingredients except the sesame seeds and cornstarch to a small pot. Turn the heat to medium low and whisk well. Let it come to a gentle simmer for a few minutes.

5. If you’d like to make it thicker, add the cornstarch and water mixture and whisk constantly for 2-3 minutes until the sauce turns glossy. Once it’s glossy, remove it from the heat and mix in the sesame seeds.

6. Place the cooked chicken in a large bowl and pour the honey sesame sauce over it. Mix gently. Serve immediately with rice and your choice of veggie. Top with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion. Enjoy!

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