Ingredients for Better Than Take Out Sesame Chicken
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
- Vegetable Oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- Hoisin Sauce
- Brown Sugar
- Fresh Ginger
- Black Pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
How to Make Better Than Take Out Sesame Chicken
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for even better flavor).
- In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch and pepper.
- Add the marinated chicken to the cornstarch mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
- Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken is baking, prepare your favorite side dishes such as Pbrr Ranch's Chinese takeout fried rice (recipe #19345).
- Once baked, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your healthier, tastier sesame chicken!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
92 g
Sugar
67g
Fat
14g
Carbs
8g
