Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 888kcal 44%
Fat 50g 76%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 25g 50%
Protein 40g 80%
Cholesterol 150mg 50%
Sodium 1,000mg 41%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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The Best Chinese Sesame Chicken Recipe

Name: The Best Chinese Sesame Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: For the Marinade:; 1 egg white; 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (see note); 2 tablespoons 80-proof vodka; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 3 tablespoons corn starch; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch chunks (see note); For the Dry Coating:; 1/2 cup flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; For the Sauce:; 3 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (see note); 2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar or distilled white vinegar; 3 tablespoons homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock; 5 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons roasted sesame seed oil; 1 tablespoon corn starch; 2 teaspoons peanut, vegetable, or canola oil; 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves); 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger (about one 1-inch piece); 2 teaspoons minced scallion bottoms (about 1 scallion); 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds; To Finish:; 2 quarts of peanut, canola, or vegetable oil for deep frying; Steamed white rice and steamed broccoli for serving

Prep 10m

Cook 20m

Total 30m

This Chinese sesame chicken recipe features tender chunks of chicken in a crispy coating, topped with a savory, sweet, and tangy sesame sauce. Serve it over steamed white rice and alongside some crisp steamed broccoli for a complete and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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