This baked sesame chicken recipe is a perfect combination of tender chicken coated in a sticky and savory sauce, topped with toasted sesame seeds. It's a healthier alternative to the traditional fried sesame chicken, as it is baked instead of deep-fried. The chicken turns out juicy on the inside with a crispy, golden coating on the outside. Enjoy this flavorful and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat it with the flour mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- In the meantime, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water until well combined, then add it to the saucepan. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and brush it generously with the prepared sauce. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is sticky and the sesame seeds are toasted.
- Serve the baked sesame chicken with steamed rice or your favorite side dish, and enjoy!
