Best 2 Crispy Sesame Chicken Recipes
Crispy sesame chicken is a classic Chinese dish characterized by tender, juicy chicken pieces coated in a crispy, flavorful sesame-based batter. This mouthwatering dish combines the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, making it a favorite among both kids and adults. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a show-stopping dish for a special occasion, crispy sesame chicken will surely satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CRISPY SESAME FRIED CHICKEN
My family loves this, and so do all my guests. They regard it as a special treat, especially for parties.
Provided by Zaleha Haji Abdul Razak
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Coat chicken with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Chill for 4 hours.
- In a medium bowl, mix together oats, sesame seeds, 1/2 teaspoon salt, chicken granules, and monosodium glutamate. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine rice flour, cake flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, onion powder, basil, oregano, and chicken stock.
- Dip the bite size chicken into the chicken stock mixture, and roll in sesame seed mixture.
- Heat oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Fry the chicken till golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1038.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.6 g, Cholesterol 128.6 mg, Fat 76.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 39.3 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 982.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
CRISPY SESAME CHICKEN
A family favorite, and light to boot! I have calc'd each serving to be 6 WW points. Credit given to Mary Baker, posted in Cooking Light magazine.
Provided by LorenLou
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Spray a 15x10" jelly roll pan/cookie sheet with cooking spray.
- Set aside.
- Combine first 6 ingredients in a large zip-loc bag.
- Set aside.
- Combine the yogurt and honey in a shallow dish.
- Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, to the yogurt mixture, turning to coat.
- Add chicken pieces to the zip-loc bag; seal, and shake to coat.
- Remove chicken from bag, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Leave a little space between each piece for better browning.
- Drizzle melted butter over chicken pieces.
- Bake at for 45 minutes or until chicken is done.
Tips:
- To make the chicken extra crispy, double-coat it in the cornstarch mixture.
- Use a large skillet or wok to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet or wok when cooking the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
- Cook the chicken over medium-high heat until it is golden brown and crispy.
- To make the sesame sauce, whisk all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth.
- To serve, toss the cooked chicken in the sesame sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Conclusion:
Crispy sesame chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sesame sauce is flavorful and addictive. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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