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Delicious easy sesame chicken no fry in a white bowl, topped with sesame seeds and green onions

Easy Sesame Chicken No Fry

This easy sesame chicken no fry is a quick, healthier version of your favorite takeout. Juicy chicken is coated in a crispy crust and tossed in a savory-sweet sesame sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners. Enjoy this homemade sesame chicken recipe in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 318 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos (or soy sauce, diluted)
  • 3 tablespoons pure honey
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 cloves garlic, minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • Optional for Serving: Hot cooked rice, sesame seeds, sliced green onions

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken into roughly 1-inch pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel to help the coating stick.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, and the egg. The mixture should resemble a thin batter.
  • Add the chicken to the batter, stirring until each piece is evenly coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl the oil to coat the skillet.
  • Working in batches if needed, arrange the chicken in a single layer, leaving space between pieces. Cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.
  • Flip the chicken, breaking apart any pieces sticking together, and cook another 5–6 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
  • Meanwhile, mix the sauce ingredients: coconut aminos, honey, water, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, cornstarch, and sesame seeds.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a paper-towel-lined plate and set aside.
  • Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly (1–2 minutes).
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and toss quickly to coat in the sauce.
  • Serve immediately over rice, garnished with additional sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.

Notes

Optional for Serving: Hot cooked rice, sesame seeds, sliced green onions.