Chinese Sesame Chicken Recipe

Name: Chinese Sesame Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. skinned chicken; 1/3 c. apple juice; 2 Tbsp. sliced scallions; 1 Tbsp. packed brown sugar; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1/2 c. water; 2 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. ketchup; dash of red pepper, ground; 2 tsp. toasted sesame seed

Servings: persons

3 lb. skinned chicken
1/3 c. apple juice
2 Tbsp. sliced scallions
1 Tbsp. packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 c. water
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. ketchup
dash of red pepper, ground
2 tsp. toasted sesame seed

1
Brown chicken in skillet coated with nonstick spray.
2
Remove chicken and set aside.
3
Combine water, soy sauce, ketchup, pepper, garlic, sugar, scallion and apple juice.
4
Add to pan and cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes.
5
Reduce to low, add chicken and cook, covered, until tender (20 to 25 minutes).
6
Remove chicken. Dissolve cornstarch in 1 tablespoon water, add to pan mixture and cook over medium heat until thick (3 to 4 minutes).
7
Pour sauce over chicken on platter.
8
Sprinkle with seed.

623

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

107

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. skinned chicken, 1/3 c. apple juice, 2 Tbsp. sliced scallions, 1 Tbsp. packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Chinese Sesame Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chinese Sesame Chicken

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