Grilled Sesame Chicken Served with Tortellini Alfre

Name: Grilled Sesame Chicken Served with Tortellini Alfredo and Tortellini Teriyaki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken tenders, cleaned; 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon powdered mustard; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Teriyaki glaze, recipe follows; Alfredo sauce, recipe follows; 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce; 2 tablespoons sugar; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 cup cheese tortellini, cooked; 1 cup tortellini; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped; 1/4 cup grated parmesan; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound chicken tenders, cleaned
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon powdered mustard
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Teriyaki glaze, recipe follows
Alfredo sauce, recipe follows
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup cheese tortellini, cooked
1 cup tortellini
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1/4 cup grated parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Preheat the grill
2
In a bowl, combine the coriander, cumin, ginger, mustard, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to make a blend.
3
Sprinkle the blend on 1 side of the tenders.
4
On a flat surface, create 2 sections one for black sesame seeds, the other for the white sesame seeds.
5
Coat half of one half of the unseasoned side of the tender with the black seeds, and the other half with the white seeds.
6
Rub the grill or grill pan with oil so as not to stick.
7
Grill the chicken on the seasoned side NOT the seeded side.
8
Finish in the oven for 8 minutes.
9
Place 2 chicken strips in a line, end to end, in the center of the plate.
10
Place 2 more chicken strips on either side of the line, in the center, to form a large cross on the plate.
11
Place the tortellini in between the chicken, alternating teriyaki and alfredo.
12
Serve.
13
In a medium sized pot, over medium heat combine the teriyaki sauce and the sugar.
14
Reduce it by 1/2, then add the butter and mount the sauce to create a sheen.
15
Toss the cooked pasta with 2 tablespoons of the sauce, or until desired coating is achieved.
16
In a medium sized pot, over medium-high heat combine the cream and the garlic.
17
Reduce this mixture by half and add the cheese.
18
Turn heat to low and let the cheese melt, but DO NOT LET THIS SEPARATE.
19
Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
20
Toss with pasta and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound chicken tenders, cleaned, 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Grilled Sesame Chicken Served with Tortellini Alfredo and Tortellini Teriyaki falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Grilled Sesame Chicken Served with Tortellini Alfredo and Tortellini Teriyaki

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