Copycat Panda Express Honey Sesame Chicken

Step 1

Prep: Rinse the chicken tenderloins, then cut them into bite sized pieces. Also prep the bell peppers by slicing them into thin strips.

Step 2

Cook chicken & veggies: In large skillet heat the frying oil over medium high heat.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl whisk 1 cup cornstarch, flour, egg, 1 cup water, and 2 tablespoons oil. Add the chicken to the batter and stir well to coat.

Step 4

Add the chicken in batches and fry 5-6 minutes until golden brown.

Step 5

Remove the chicken and place on a paper towel lined plate. Repeat until all the chicken is cooked.

Step 6

In another large skillet add the bell peppers and green beans and cook over medium high heat until the bell peppers just start to soften. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 7

Honey Sesame Sauce: Add the red pepper flakes, garlic, water, sugar, honey, soy sauce, and vinegar to a large skillet. Whisk over medium high heat until it comes to a low boil. Reduce heat to medium & continue to cook and whisk for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

In a small bowl combine the 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of cold water and whisk into the bubbling sauce. Cook 5 minutes until the sauce until thickened.

Step 9

Assemble: Toss the fried chicken pieces and cooked veggies into the sauce, then garnish with sesame seeds. Stir to coat the chicken and veggies well. Serve the chicken & vegetables over rice or noodles, garnish with scallions if you like, and enjoy!