Step 1

In a bowl add ¼ cup cornstarch and season with a little salt and pepper. Stir to combine with a fork. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat well.

Step 2

Add all the ingredients for the sauce into a bowl and whisk until well combined.

Step 3

In a large pan over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil. Drop chicken pieces and cook until both sides are golden brown. Cook chicken in one layer, do not overcrowd. If needed cook in batches. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

Add a bit more vegetable oil to the pan and add vegetables. Cook for 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Return chicken to the pan and add sauce. Stir and coat vegetables and chicken for 1 minute and turn the heat off.

Step 6

Transfer to a plate or bowl and serve Hunan chicken with a side of white rice.

Step 7

Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.