Addictive Sesame Chicken

My family begs for this dish! Much easier to prepare than the ingredient list indicates. If you are a fan of Chinese food, prepare to become ADDICTED to this yummy sesame chicken. Serve over jasmine rice.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 745 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons water
• ½ cup water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon canola oil
• 1 dash sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon red chile paste (such as Thai Kitchen®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine the 2 tablespoons soy sauce, the dry sherry, dash of sesame oil, flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, baking powder, baking soda, and canola oil in a large bowl. Mix well; stir in the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 3

Combine the 1/2 cup water, chicken broth, vinegar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, red chili paste, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Turn heat to low and keep warm, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Fry the marinated chicken in batches until cooked through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5

Transfer the chicken to a large platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.