Sesame Chicken with Napa Cabbage and Spinach Slaw o

Name: Sesame Chicken with Napa Cabbage and Spinach Slaw on Baguette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 1 large egg white; 1 teaspoon water; 2 small boneless skinless whole chicken breasts (about 1 pound total), halved and flattened slightly; 2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 20 inches (about 10 ounces) of a baguette, cut crosswise into 4 pieces; 4 cups shredded Napa cabbage; 2 cups packed trimmed spinach leaves, washed well, spun dry, and shredded; 1 carrot, shredded

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 large egg white
1 teaspoon water
2 small boneless skinless whole chicken breasts (about 1 pound total), halved and flattened slightly
2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
20 inches (about 10 ounces) of a baguette, cut crosswise into 4 pieces
4 cups shredded Napa cabbage
2 cups packed trimmed spinach leaves, washed well, spun dry, and shredded
1 carrot, shredded

1
Put flour and sesame seeds on separate sheets of wax paper and in a shallow bowl beat together egg white and water.
2
Season chicken breasts with salt and dip them, 1 at a time, in flour, shaking off excess.
3
Dip chicken in egg white, letting excess drip off, and coating with sesame seeds on 1 side, shaking off excess.
4
Transfer chicken breasts as coated to a plate.
5
In a large non-stick skillet heat 1 teaspoon oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook chicken, sesame-seed sides down, until golden, about 4 minutes.
6
Turn chicken and cook 4 minutes more, or until just cooked through.
7
Add lemon juice to skillet.
8
Turn chicken to coat with juice and cook until juice is almost evaporated, about 1 minute.
9
Transfer chicken to a cutting board and halve lengthwise.
10
Make a horizontal cut through center of each baguette piece with a serrated knife, cutting almost but not all the way through, and spread open.
11
In a bowl toss together cabbage, spinach, carrot, remaining teaspoon oil, and salt to taste.
12
Make sandwiches with slaw, chicken, and bread, pressing together gently.

186

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, 1 large egg white, 1 teaspoon water, and more.

Yes, Sesame Chicken with Napa Cabbage and Spinach Slaw on Baguette falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Sesame Chicken with Napa Cabbage and Spinach Slaw on Baguette

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