Description

This Sesame Chicken is crispy, flavorful, and coated in a delicious sesame sauce. Served with tender green beans and fluffy rice, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that’s both easy and satisfying!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

For the Green Beans & Rice:

2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 cups cooked white or brown rice

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, toss the chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each piece in the beaten egg.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and crispy, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
Cook the Green Beans:
- In a separate pan, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat.
- Add green beans and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Combine and Serve:
- Return the chicken to the pan with the sauce. Stir to coat.
- Serve over cooked rice with green beans on the side.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy!

Notes

Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt.