Juicy Sesame Chicken: Your New Family Favorite in 30 Minutes

A quick and easy sesame chicken recipe that transforms dinner with tender chicken and a savory sauce.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 312

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
3-4 cloves Garlic grated or minced
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar can substitute with honey
1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil do not skip for authentic taste
1 teaspoon Chili Oil optional
1/2 teaspoon Ginger Powder fresh ginger is a tasty option
pinch Crushed Red Pepper omit for milder dish
1/4 cup Green Onions thinly sliced, set some aside for garnish

For the Chicken

1 1/4 pounds Chicken Thighs boneless, skinless
1 1/2 tablespoons Cornstarch for coating

For Garnish

1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds for sprinkling

For Serving

Rice or Noodles optional, for serving

Equipment

skillet
Medium jar or bowl
Zip-top bag

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Combine the sauce ingredients in a jar or bowl and mix until the sugar dissolves. Refrigerate if not using right away.
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat in cornstarch in a zip-top bag.
Heat oil in a skillet, add the chicken in a single layer, and cook without stirring for 5 minutes.
Flip chicken pieces and cook for another 5 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Add sauce to the skillet, stir to coat the chicken, and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately and enjoy hot to maintain crisp texture.

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