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Crispy bites of chicken tossed in a glossy, sweet sesame sauce — just like your favorite Chinese takeout, made easily at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

  • 1 egg

  • 1/2 cup cornstarch

  • 1 tbsp oil (for frying)

  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)

  • 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)

  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)

  • 2 scallions, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • Mix egg with chicken pieces. Coat with cornstarch until well covered.

  • Heat oil in a skillet. Fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Set aside.

  • In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, sugar, vinegar, water, garlic, sesame oil, and optional dark soy.

  • Pour out excess oil. Add garlic and sauté briefly, then pour in the sauce.

  • Simmer until slightly thickened. Add cornstarch slurry if needed.

  • Toss fried chicken in the sauce. Cook for 1–2 minutes until glazed.

  • Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions. Serve hot over rice.

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