
By cook2eatwell.com
Sesame Chicken
Instructions
Prep:15minCook:15min
This easy sesame chicken recipe is a quick, flavorful dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Made with tender chicken thighs simmered in a savory, slightly sweet sauce, it’s a delicious, hassle-free meal. Best of all, it comes together in under 30 minutes.
Updated at: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:47:36 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
54
Low
Glycemic Load
7
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories454.7 kcal (23%)
Total Fat35.5 g (51%)
Carbs7.4 g (3%)
Sugars2.9 g (3%)
Protein25.4 g (51%)
Sodium1004.8 mg (50%)
Fiber0.3 g (1%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

¼ cupsoy sauce

3Garlic Cloves
grated or finely minced

2 tablespoonsOil
divided, use a neutral/flavorless oil - we use canola oil

1 tablespoonbrown sugar

1 tablespoonrice vinegar

1 tablespoonsesame oil

1 teaspoonChili Oil
reduce the amount or leave it out if you don’t like spicy

½ teaspoonginger powder

Crushed Red Pepper
leave it out if you don’t like spicy

¼ cupGreen Onions
thinly sliced, plus extra for garnish, if desired

1.25 poundChicken Thighs
boneless, skinless, fat trimmed off, and cut into 1 1/2-2 inch pieces

1 ½ tablespoonscornstarch

1 teaspoonsesame seeds
for garnish

Rice
or Noodles, for serving, optional
Instructions
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