Sesame Chicken

Sesame Chicken

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

For the chicken
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 eggs, beaten
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
vegetable oil for deep frying
sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)

For the sauce
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce   
2 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Directions
   Place the eggs, salt and pepper in a bowl. Stir to combine
   Place the flour and 1/2 cup of cornstarch in a shallow bowl or on a plate. Stir to combine.
   Dredge the chicken pieces in egg (make sure all of the chicken is covered in egg), then into the flour.
   Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350 degrees F. In a wok or deep pan, heat 3 inches of oil to 350 degrees F. and add the chicken to the oil in small batches, frying until golden brown, crispy and cooked through.
   Use a slotted spoon to transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined dish.
   In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add in the sauce and bring to a boil.
   Whisk together cornstarch and water until dissolved, then whisk cornstarch slurry into the boiling sauce until thickened. Reduce heat to medium low, add chicken and toss until well-coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Info:
Calories: 392kcal; Carbohydrates: 41g; Protein: 24g; Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 123mg; Sodium: 1648mg; Potassium: 518mg; Sugar: 26g; Vitamin A: 270IU ;Vitamin C: 2.8mg; Calcium: 60mg; Iron: 1.9mg

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