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 lbs (1.4 kg). chicken parts, skinned; 1/2 cup (125 ml) plus 1 tbsp (15 ml). water, divided; 1/3 cup (80 ml) apple juice (no sugar added); 2 tbsp (30 ml). reduced sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp (30 ml). sliced scallion (green onion); 1 tbsp (15 ml). ketchup; 1 tbsp (15 ml). firmly packed dark brown sugar; 2 garlic cloves, minced; Dash ground red pepper, or to taste; 1 tsp (5 ml). cornstarch; 2 tsp (10 ml). sesame seed, toasted

Servings: persons

3 lbs (1.4 kg). chicken parts, skinned
1/2 cup (125 ml) plus 1 tbsp (15 ml). water, divided
1/3 cup (80 ml) apple juice (no sugar added)
2 tbsp (30 ml). reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp (30 ml). sliced scallion (green onion)
1 tbsp (15 ml). ketchup
1 tbsp (15 ml). firmly packed dark brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
Dash ground red pepper, or to taste
1 tsp (5 ml). cornstarch
2 tsp (10 ml). sesame seed, toasted

1
Spray 5 quarts (4725 ml) saucepot or Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray and set over medium heat.
2
Add chicken parts and cook, turning when necessary, until chicken is browned on all sides, 4 to 6 minutes.
3
Transfer chicken to platter and set aside.
4
In 2 quarts (1900 ml) measure or small mixing bowl combine 1/2 cup (125 ml) water with the juice, soy sauce, scallion, ketchup, sugar, garlic and red pepper, mixing well.
5
Pour into pot and cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly to scrape up any browned particles from bottom of pan.
6
Reduce heat to low and return chicken to pot.
7
Cover and cook until chicken is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
8
Transfer chicken to platter and keep warm, reserving liquid in pot.
9
Dissolve cornstarch in remaining tbsp water and add to liquid in pot.
10
Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
11
Pour sauce evenly over chicken and sprinkle with toasted sesame seed.

687

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

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 lbs (1.4 kg). chicken parts, skinned, 1/2 cup (125 ml) plus 1 tbsp (15 ml). water, divided, 1/3 cup (80 ml) apple juice (no sugar added), 2 tbsp (30 ml). reduced sodium soy sauce, 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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