Honey Sesame Chicken

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

½ cup cornstarch

2 large eggs, beaten

½ cup all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Sauce:

½ cup honey

¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)

¼ cup ketchup

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon minced ginger

1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)

For Garnish:

1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

2 green onions, sliced

Directions

Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In a separate bowl, add the beaten eggs. Place the cornstarch in a third bowl.

Coat the Chicken: Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch, dip them into the egg mixture, then coat them with the flour mixture. Shake off excess and set aside.

Fry the Chicken: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Make the Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.