Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken Recipe

Name: Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, raw; 1 tablespoon water; 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 1 teaspoon gingerroot, fresh, minced; 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon table salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 lb uncooked boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch strips; 2 teaspoons peanut oil

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons sesame seeds, raw
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 teaspoon gingerroot, fresh, minced
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb uncooked boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch strips
2 teaspoons peanut oil

1
Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds and cook until lightly toasted, shaking pan frequently, about 2 to 3 minutes; transfer seeds to a shallow dish and set aside.
2
Whisk water, soy sauce, maple syrup, sherry, ginger and five-spice powder together in a small bowl; set aside.
3
Combine flour, salt and pepper together in a shallow dish; add chicken and turn to coat. Shake chicken pieces to remove excess flour.
4
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and saute until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add soy sauce mixture to chicken and cook until sauce thickens and is almost evaporated, about 2 to 3 minutes more.
5
Dip chicken pieces in toasted sesame seeds and serve, drizzled with any additional soy sauce mixture. Yields about 4 strips per serving.

284

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, raw, 1 tablespoon water, 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Weight Watchers 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.

Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken

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