These sweet tidbits are popular take-alongs to a potluck or tapas party. Because they are baked, not fried, they can even be made the day before to save time on party day. Steps #1-8 can be done in advance, then make the sauce and coat before your event, or make the entire recipe the day before and chill to serve cold. Nicely presented over a bed of shredded iceberg lettuce.
05Also in the meantime, mix the panko and sesame seeds in a gallon ziploc bag and mix well.
06Add the chicken and close bag. Shake vigorously to coat all pieces.
07Arrange coated pieces on a baking sheet.
08Bake 20 minutes.
09In the meantime, combine together sauce ingredients in a medium saucepan. Stir constantly as it comes to a boil; as soon as it boils, remove from heat or reduce to low if serving warm.
10After chicken pieces are baked, use a spatula to put batches in the saucepan and coat with sauce. Move coated pieces to your serving platter.
11Sprinkle chives over the top for garnish (if desired) and serve with frilly toothpicks.