Best 5 Sesame Chicken With Honey Sauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Sesame Chicken with Honey Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This dish is a harmonious blend of crispy chicken, enveloped in a luscious honey sauce, and showered with toasted sesame seeds.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey, providing two enticing recipes to satisfy your cravings. The first recipe caters to those seeking a classic rendition, while the second offers a delightful twist with a tangy orange flavor. Both recipes promise an explosion of taste, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

Our classic Sesame Chicken with Honey Sauce recipe is a timeless favorite, featuring succulent chicken coated in a crispy batter and drenched in a velvety honey sauce. The harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors is sure to tantalize your palate.

For those seeking a refreshing twist, our Orange Sesame Chicken recipe adds a zesty burst of citrus to the mix. Marinated in a tangy orange sauce, the chicken is then coated in a crispy batter and fried to perfection. Drizzled with a sweet and sour orange sauce, this dish offers a delightful interplay of flavors that will leave you wanting more.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our recipes are meticulously crafted to ensure success. With step-by-step instructions and a treasure trove of tips and tricks, you'll be able to effortlessly create this mouthwatering dish in the comfort of your own home.

So, embark on this culinary adventure with us and discover the irresistible charm of Sesame Chicken with Honey Sauce. Prepare to indulge in a feast that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY SESAME CHICKEN



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Best ever honey sesame chicken. Easy honey sesame chicken recipe with fried chicken pieces in a sticky sweet and savory honey sesame sauce.

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Chinese Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb. (0.4 kg) boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes or long strips
oil for deep-frying
2 garlic, minced
toasted sesame seeds to garnish
1 egg white
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup water, ice cold
1 tablespoon oil
1 pinch salt
1/3 cup pure honey
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon corn starch
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk all the "Frying Batter" ingredients together until smooth. Set aside. Drop in the chicken cubes, mix well until they are well coated. Set aside.
  • Mix all the ingredients of the "Honey Sesame Sauce" together and set aside.
  • Heat up a saute pan and add about 2-inch of oil on medium to high heat. When the oil is fully heated, gently drop in the battered chicken cubes, one by one, making sure it is spread out to prevent sticking together. Continue to fry until the color changes to golden brown. Dish out and drain on paper towels.
  • Transfer 2 tablespoons of the frying oil in a wok or skillet, stir-fry the garlic until aromatic. Add in the Honey Sesame Sauce, and bring to a light simmer or until the sauce thickens. Drop in the chicken, stir-fry a few times to combine the sauce and chicken, add the sesame seeds, dish out and serve immediately with steamed white rice, or Chinese fried rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Carbohydrate 91 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 145 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 15 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 53 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 2 people, Sodium 1517 milligrams sodium, Sugar 47 grams sugar

HONEY SESAME CHICKEN



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Skip ordering takeout and prepare this easy, Asian-inspired honey sesame chicken that's deep-fried and smothered in a sweet and zesty sauce. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions, if desired.

Provided by Bren

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

⅓ cup raw honey
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ cup cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided
¾ teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 egg
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cold water
½ cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
peanut oil for frying
½ tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Mix honey, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Sriracha sauce, and sesame oil together in a medium bowl.
  • Combine cold water, cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl; mix well. Add to honey sauce mixture and mix well. Set aside until needed.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder over chicken.
  • Whisk egg in a large bowl. Add remaining salt and garlic powder and mix well. Mix in flour. Combine water and cornstarch in a bowl; add to egg mixture and mix well. Add avocado oil and baking powder; mix well.
  • Pour 3 inches of peanut oil into the bottom of a wide, deep pot and heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place 1/2 of the chicken pieces into the batter mixture and turn to coat. Scoop tablespoonfuls of chicken and batter into the hot oil. Do not crowd the chicken. Fry in batches until chicken pieces are golden brown and no longer pink in the centers, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Check oil temperature between batches.
  • Pour honey sauce mixture into a large skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, 3 to 4 minutes. Add all chicken pieces to the sauce; turn to coat. Sprinkle on sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1015.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 74.1 mg, Fat 86.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 1124.7 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

SESAME CHICKEN WITH HONEY SAUCE



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Between working and raising three children, we don't have much time on our hands. These crunchy chicken bites can be prepared in a hurry for a super snack or light dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon ground mustard
4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
SAUCE:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup honey

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine bread crumbs and sesame seeds; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion and mustard. Coat chicken pieces with mayonnaise mixture, then toss in crumb mixture. , Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Combine sauce ingredients; serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 30g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SESAME CHICKEN



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Forget about take-out because this finger lickin' Sesame Chicken takes less time to make than running to your favorite restaurant - and it's healthier and tastes even better! The crispy, juicy chicken is tossed in an outrageously delicious sticky, tangy, sweet, savory sauce that's a little bit spicy and a whole lot of YUM punctuated by zesty ginger, punchy garlic and chili sauce. Although Sesame Chicken is often deep fried to make it crispy, this recipe is cooked in minimal oil in a nonstick skillet but is still unbelievable crispy - winning! You can stick with just the Sesame Chicken or add a medley of stir-fried veggies and homemade egg rolls to round out the meal.

Provided by Jen

Categories     Main Course     Main Dish

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 ½ lbs. chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1" pieces
2 eggs
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
½ tsp EAGH ginger powder, garlic powder, onion powder. paprika, salt, pepper
canola or vegetable oil for pan frying
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons Asian sweet chili sauce ((I use Mae Ploy))
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice wine
1 1/2 teaspoons Asian chili sauce ((like Sambal Oelek))
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 cloves garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon powder
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger or 1 tsp ground
Toasted sesame seeds
Green onions

Steps:

  • MAKE SAUCE: Whisk the Sesame Sauce ingredients together in a medium bowl until the cornstarch is completely dissolved; set aside.
  • BREAD CHICKEN: Combine chicken and eggs in a freezer bag and turn to coat. In a separate large freezer bag, combine flour, cornstarch, and seasonings. Remove chicken and dab off excess egg with paper towels and add to flour bag. (To quickly remove excess egg, I plop the chicken on a wad of paper towels using a slotted spoon.) Shake chicken until well coated, pressing coating into chicken from outside of the bag.
  • COOK: Heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat in a NONSTICK skillet (you may use less oil but it will be less crispy or more oil for more crispy). Working in two batches, shake off excess breading from chicken and add to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 4-6 minutes, or until cooked through, flipping halfway. Remove chicken to a paper towel lined plate. Add another drizzle of oil to the skillet if needed and repeat with remaining chicken. Remove chicken and wipe out skillet.
  • ADD SAUCE. Whisk the sauce again to recombine. Add to the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring often until thickened, about 1 minute.
  • COMBINE: Add the chicken and toss to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.

GLUTEN-FREE SLOW-COOKER SWEET SESAME CHICKEN



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The sweetness of honey combines with soy sauce and sesame to create a slow cooker meal the whole family will love.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

20 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons garlic chile sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup gluten-free low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Hot cooked basmati rice, if desired
1/4 cup sliced green onions (4 medium)
2 teaspoons sesame seed

Steps:

  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken in slow cooker. In medium microwavable bowl, mix onion, sesame oil, garlic chili sauce, tomato paste and gingerroot. Microwave uncovered on High 4 to 5 minutes; stirring occasionally, until onions are softened. Stir in honey and soy sauce.
  • Pour sauce over chicken in slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until chicken is tender and cooked through. Dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water. Remove chicken to cutting board. Stir cornstarch mixture into sauce in slow cooker. Increase heat setting to High; cover. Cook 5 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • Shred or cut chicken into bite-size pieces. When sauce is slightly thickened, return chicken to slow cooker, and stir into sauce. Serve over rice. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For the chicken, use a combination of white and dark meat for a more flavorful result. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work well.
  • To make sure the chicken is crispy, double-coat it in the cornstarch mixture. Make sure each piece is evenly coated.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken. Fry it in batches if necessary to prevent the chicken from steaming instead of frying.
  • Use a high-quality sesame oil for the best flavor. Toasted sesame oil has a richer, nuttier flavor than regular sesame oil.
  • Adjust the amount of chili sauce and honey in the sauce to your desired level of spiciness and sweetness.
  • Serve the sesame chicken with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This sesame chicken with honey sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer. The chicken is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying meal.

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