Crispy Sesame Chicken Bites
Crispy and flavorful sesame chicken bites, perfect for a quick dinner, party snack, or lunchbox treat. Made with simple ingredients and baked or air-fried for extra crunch.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1/3 cup sesame seeds white or black or mixed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with cornstarch, one with beaten eggs, and one with sesame seeds, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder mixed together.
- Roll each chicken piece in cornstarch, then dip in egg, and finally roll in the sesame seed mixture, pressing gently for seeds to stick.
- **Oven:** Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through and golden brown.
- **Air Fryer:** Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through and crispy.
- For the sauce (optional): In a small pan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ground ginger. Heat over medium heat, stirring until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve chicken with sauce poured over or on the side for dipping. Garnish with extra sesame seeds or green onions if desired.