Easy Sesame Chicken

Easy Sesame Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    7 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    22 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    76

Embark on a culinary adventure with this Easy Sesame Chicken – a symphony of sweet, savory, and subtly spicy flavors that dance on your palate. This dish transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend feast.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    24 g
  • Cholesterol
    46 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    838 mg
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss until evenly coated. Ensure each piece is lightly dusted for optimal crisping. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken in a single layer (you may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan). Fry the chicken, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside. (Cook time: 8-10 minutes per batch)

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03 Step

Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, tamari, rice vinegar, sriracha, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until well combined. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet or wok. Toss to ensure each piece is evenly coated. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken, about 3-5 minutes. Be sure to stir occasionally to prevent sticking. (Cook time: 5 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Garnish with the remaining toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions. Serve immediately over steamed rice, quinoa, or your favorite noodles. (Garnish & Serve: 2 minutes)

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Adjust the amount of sriracha to suit your spice preference.
Garnish with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
Serve over a bed of steamed broccoli or your favorite stir-fried vegetables for a balanced meal.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 25 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Liliane Rutherford

    I added a little bit of orange zest to the sauce and it was amazing!

  • Shaylee Labadie

    Absolutely delicious! The sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory.

  • Alva Oconnell

    My family loved this recipe! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.

  • Jaleel Feest

    So easy to make and way better than takeout!

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