Make the ultimate Asian-Style Crispy Sesame Chicken at home! Tender chicken chunks coated in a crispy crust and tossed in a sticky, sweet-and-savory sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

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💗 Why You’ll Love This
- Quick to Make: Done in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Customizable: Adjust the sweetness or spice level to your liking.
- Crowd-Pleasing: It’s a hit with kids and adults alike.
- Budget-Friendly: Skip the takeout; this is cheaper and tastier.
🥘 Ingredients
- Chicken: Use boneless, skinless breasts or thighs for the juiciest results.
👩🍳 How To Make Crispy Sesame Chicken
Making this recipe is so easy, that you’ll feel like a weeknight dinner pro in no time! Just coat your chicken, fry it up until it’s golden and crispy, and let the sticky, sweet sauce work its magic. Before you know it, you'll have a dish that’s perfect for family dinners, takeout-style at home – no stress, no mess.
This crispy recipe looks fancy enough to impress your guests, but it’s effortless enough for a busy night. It’s the kind of “dinner magic” we all love.
Step 1: Prep the Meat: So, cut your chicken (or turkey) into bite-sized pieces and toss them in a bowl with seasonings. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
Step 2: In the meantime, lightly beat an egg in another bowl and pour it over the chicken. Sprinkle in the cornflour and mix it up. You want it coated, not swimming in cornflour.
Step 3: Coat the Chicken: In a separate bowl, mix flour with a touch of paprika. Now, dredge your meat pieces in this mixture, shaking off the excess flour.
Step 4: Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan, test with a small chicken piece. Fry in batches for 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Make the Sesame Sauce: Mix sesame oil, garlic, vinegar, honey, chilli sauce, ketchup, sugar, and soy sauce in a pan. Heat for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
Step 5: Toss and Serve: Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce, coating it well. Serve over rice or your favourite carbs, and top with sesame seeds and spring onions.
Pro Tip: For an extra crunch, coat the chicken pieces in a thin layer of flour before frying. Use a nonstick pan to make frying easier and ensure they don’t stick!
♻️ Substitutions
- Chicken: Swap for turkey breast or tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Sweet Chili Sauce: Use sriracha for a spicier kick.
- Soy Sauce: Opt for tamari for the gluten-free option.
📋 Variations
- Spicy: Add a pinch of chilli flakes to the sauce for extra heat.
- Nutty: Top with crushed peanuts for extra crunch.
- Vegetarian: Replace chicken with cauliflower florets.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
Pair with fluffy steamed rice, a salad with chickpeas and lentils, or even some sautéed green beans with garlic and olive oil for a balanced meal. For a well-rounded meal, you can also serve it with some sides like steamed broccoli, Şakşuka (Turkish fried vegetables), noodles or crispy wontons.
❓Asian-Style Sesame Chicken FAQs
Yes! You can air fry the meat instead of deep frying to reduce the oil used. Also, you could substitute some of the sauces for lighter alternatives, like using a sugar-free sweet chilli sauce.
Pair with fluffy steamed rice, a Mediterranean Salad - simple and delicious, or even some sautéed green beans for a balanced meal. You can also serve it with some sides like steamed broccoli, Şakşuka (Turkish fried vegetables), noodles or vegetarian crispy wontons for a well-rounded meal.
Absolutely—swap flour and soy sauce for gluten-free versions.
Yes, but it won’t be as crispy. The sauce will still shine!
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Swathi says
Asian style cripsy seasme chicken looks delicious I have tried and I enjoyed making it.
Sonja says
I adore crispy chicken, but never made it at home as it felt so complicated. Thanks to your recipe this sesame version came out perfect! Kitchen wizard feeling included.
Elizabeth says
The perfect weeknight dinner! So flavorful and easy to make. Adding this to our dinner rotation for sure!
Nisha says
This turned out awesome even better than the take-out we order , so nice to have this recipe handy to make the perfect crispy chicken. The sauce that goes with this chicken is also yummy.
Elizabeth says
So easy and delicious!!! It was the perfect recipe to shake up our dinner menu.
Swathi says
This sesame chicken is so crispy outside and juicy inside. My kids loved it. Goes well with rice.
Kim Beaulieu says
This recipe turned out amazing. We love sesame chicken and this version is stellar.
Juyali says
Tried this recipe last night, and it delivered! The chicken was crispy, and the sesame sauce was spot on. Loved the savory flavors.
Ashley says
This is the dish I always order when we go to a Chinese restaurant. I'm so glad to have a recipe for it to make at home! Thanks for another amazing recipe!
Liz says
SO yummy!!! Both the crispy chicken pieces and sauce were delicious. We didn't have any leftovers!!!