Ww 6 Points - Chinese Sesame Chicken Recipe

Name: Ww 6 Points - Chinese Sesame Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken parts, skinned; 1/2 cup water, plus; 1 tablespoon water, divided; 1/3 cup apple juice (no sugar added); 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sliced green onions; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 dash red pepper; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

Servings: persons

3 lbs chicken parts, skinned
1/2 cup water, plus
1 tablespoon water, divided
1/3 cup apple juice (no sugar added)
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 dash red pepper
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

1
To toast sesame seeds, bake at 350F for 10 minutes.
2
Spray a 5 quart saucepan or dutch oven with nonstick spray.
3
Set over medium heat.
4
Add chicken parts and cook, turning when necessary, until chicken is browned on all sides, 4-6 minutes.
5
Transfer chicken to a platter and set aside.
6
In 2-cup measure or small mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup water with the juice, soy sauce, scallion, ketchup, sugar, garlic, and red pepper. Mix well.
7
Pour into pot and cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to scrape up any browned particles from bottom of pan.
8
Reduce heat to low and return chicken to pot.
9
Cover and cook until chicken is tender, 20-25 minutes.
10
Transfer chicken to platter and keep warm, reserving liquid in pot.
11
Dissolve cornstarch in remaining tablespoon water and add liquid to pot.
12
Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is thickened, 3-4 minutes.
13
Pour sauce evenly over chicken and sprinle with toasted sesame seeds.
14
6 Points per serving (serves 4).

698

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 3 lbs chicken parts, skinned, 1/2 cup water, plus, 1 tablespoon water, divided, 1/3 cup apple juice (no sugar added), and more.

Yes, Ww 6 Points - 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ww 6 Points - Chinese Sesame Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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