Perfect Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken

Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken Recipe

Prep Time : 15 minutes   
Cook Time : 30 minutes   
Total Time : 45 minutes   
Servings : 10
Calories : 191 kcal

Ingredients
 
For the Chicken:

•     6 chicken breasts, skinless, boneless, cut into one inch pieces
•     1 cup corn starch
•     Vegetable oil for frying

For the Sauce:

•     2 cups water
•     1 cup ketchup
•     1/2 cup brown sugar
•     1 tablespoon sesame oil
•     3 tablespoons soy sauce
•     2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
•     2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
•     1/2 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
•     1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
•     2 tablespoons dried chopped chives

Directions :

1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, bring the vegetable oil to optimum frying temperature - aim for 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the corn starch until well coated.
3. Fry the chicken in batches - do not overcrowd the fryer. Fry each batch for 5-6 minutes. (The chicken pieces should be a light golden brown colour.) Remove from oil and place chicken on a baking sheet.
4. When all the chicken has been fried, move on to the sauce.
5. In a large skillet, add all of the sauce ingredients and bring to a boil. Whisk the sauce occasionally until the desired thickness has been achieved. The thicker the sauce, the better it will coat the chicken.
6. Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked chicken and toss to coat. Cook for 5 minutes, tossing regularly.
7. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and serve immediately.