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    Delicious Sesame Chicken

    Published on June 10, 2020 - Updated on January 11, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    delicious sesame chicken
    This Delicious Sesame Chicken recipe is one of my favorites. Packed full of flavor. All you need are a handful of ingredients. Superb Marinade
     
    sesame chicken

    I love this delicious Sesame Chicken recipe. It reminds me of a dish I used to get from this little Asian restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles many years ago.

    marinade for chicken
    Sesame Marinade for Chicken

    For this recipe, you can use chicken breasts or skin-on thighs. Whatever you have at your disposal will work. The cooking method and time will be slightly different depending on what you use. The important thing is to ensure the chicken is fully cooked!

    sesame chicken

    When it comes time to cook the chicken, make sure you throw out the marinade liquid leftover in the bag. Do not use it to baste the chicken as it contains raw chicken juices.

    chicken marinating in bag
    Chicken in marinating in bag

    The USDA recommends an internal temperature of 165°F when cooking chicken. I always use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of meats to ensure it is safe to eat.

    sesame chicken fresh out of the oven
    Sesame Chicken Fresh out of the Oven

    If this type of marinade is not your thing, I suggest you try my Lime Chicken Marinade recipe. Not sure which one I love more!

    🐓 How to Handle Raw Chicken

    Leave the chicken in the fridge until ready to use.
    Be careful of dripping juices. Clean up immediately.
    Do not wash raw chicken (which prevents cross-contamination).
    Wash all utensils and cutting boards (if applicable).
    If marinating the chicken, make sure you toss the juices before you cook. Don't ever use the juice from the marinade.
    Wash your hands after handling raw chicken.

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    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Delicious Sesame Chicken recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Low Sodium Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar, Water, Sesame Seeds, Garlic Cloves, Red Pepper Flakes and Chicken Breast.

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    🥣 How to make Delicious Sesame Chicken

    Combine the first six ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken to the bag ensuring the chicken gets completely coated in the marinade. Seal the bag and refrigerate overnight.
    Remove the chicken from the bag and discard the marinade. Bake or grill the chicken for approximately 20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165ºF.

    sesame chicken

    Delicious Sesame Chicken

    This Delicious Sesame Chicken recipe is one of my favorites. Packed full of flavor. All you need are a handful of ingredients. Superb Marinade
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Marinate Time 1 d
    Total Time 1 d 25 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 429 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • ¾ cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce
    • ½ cup Packed Brown Sugar
    • ¼ cup Water
    • 3 tbs Sesame Seeds, toasted
    • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
    • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, crushed
    • 4 Chicken Breasts

    Instructions
     

    • Combine the first six ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken to the bag ensuring the chicken gets completely coated in the marinade. Seal the bag and refrigerate overnight.
    • Remove the chicken from the bag and discard the marinade. Bake or grill the chicken for approximately 20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165ºF.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 429kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 54gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 2702mgPotassium: 997mgFiber: 1gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 68IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 111mgIron: 3mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Jenny

      January 24, 2023 at 5:22 pm

      This sesame chicken is to die for. So tasty and very juicy. Was very easy to make. The marinade makes all the difference in this recipe.

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