Sesame chicken is a popular dish that is often served in Chinese restaurants. It is a sweet and savory dish that is made with chicken, sesame seeds, and a variety of other ingredients. The chicken is usually coated in a batter and then fried until it is crispy. The dipping sauce is typically made with soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil. Sesame chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SESAME CHICKEN SAUCE
This is restaurant-quality sesame chicken sauce. Better than most take-out Chinese! Serve over fried rice or lo mein noodles.
Provided by Nick Harris
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix chicken broth, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chile paste, and garlic together in a small pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer.
- Dissolve cornstarch in water; add to the simmering mixture. Cook until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 383 mg, Sugar 20.4 g
SESAME CHICKEN WITH SPICY DIPPING SAUCE
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the onion, garlic, and ginger and pulse to mince. Place in a bowl and combine with the lemon juice, olive oil, soy sauce, rum, crushed red pepper, sugar, and salt. Shake, or stir well, before use. Cut the chicken breast into 2-inch strips. Put in plastic bag or tub with marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Combine sesame seeds with the flour. Dredge marinated chicken strips in the flour-sesame mixture. In a skillet, heat enough canola oil to lightly coat the bottom of the skillet until hot, but not smoking. Cook chicken strips, on both sides until golden brown. Transfer to a shallow roasting pan and finish in the oven.
- To assemble:
- Toss the Sesame Noodles with some Soy-Ginger Vinaigrette and some fresh mesclun greens. Place the noodle salad on a plate and top with the cooked sesame chicken. Drizzle some Spicy Apricot Sauce over the chicken. Garnish with pickled ginger and a side of the apricot dipping sauce.
- Cook angel hair pasta in boiling, salted water for 2 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Add the cilantro, scallions, olive, and sesame oils. Combine well.
- Combine all ingredients, except for the water, in a blender. Blend for 30 seconds. Then add the water and blend for another 10 seconds.
- Put all ingredients in a saucepan, and heat until the glaze melts. Whisk until smooth, and serve at room temperature. Add water if it gets too thick.
SESAME CHICKEN WITH DIPPING SAUCE
Make and share this Sesame Chicken With Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by BurtonFanatic
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 6 Dozen, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Combine chicken pieces and teriyaki sauce in medium-size bowl. Let stand 15 minutes.
- Combine flour, salt and pepper in large, resealable plastic food-storage bag. Lightly beat egg whites in a bowl. Spread out sesame seeds in shallow pan. Add chicken cubes, a few at a time, to flour mixture; seal bag; shake to coat. Dip floured chicken pieces into egg white. Roll in sesame seeds to coat. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in 350 degree F oven for about 20 minutes or until golden and cooked through; instant-read meat thermometer inserted in chicken pieces should register 160 degrees F.
- Dipping Sauce: Meanwhile, in small saucepan, heat jelly, soy sauce and ginger until warmed. Serve with chicken.
- Note: In a large skillet, spread sesame seeds, working in batches if too crowded. Toast over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly colored, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Chicken pieces can be coated and refrigerated up to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 1302.8, Carbohydrate 55.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 30.7, Protein 41.1
SESAME CHICKEN DIP
I can't tell you how many times I'm asked to bring this easy dip to holidays, birthday parties or girls' weekend getaways. It's fresh and light, and it has the Asian flavors that make it stand out. The rice crackers are a must! -Dawn Schutte, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 36 servings (1/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix soy sauce, sesame oil and garlic; toss with chicken. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., Spread cream cheese onto a large serving plate; top with sweet-and-sour-sauce, spinach and chicken. Sprinkle with green onions and peanuts. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SESAME PECAN CHICKEN TENDERS WITH APRICOT DIPPING SAUCE
Make and share this Sesame Pecan Chicken Tenders with Apricot Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kim127
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- For the sauce, combine the hoisin sauce, mustard and preserves in a small bowl.
- Beat the egg whites in a small bowl until frothy and set aside.
- Combine the sesame seeds and pecans in a small bowl and set aside.
- Dip the chicken strips in to the egg whites and then the nut mixture.
- Fry chicken pieces in hot oil for about 3-4 muntues or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve chicken with dipping sauce.
SESAME CHICKEN WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
For variety, you can make a cracker-crumb coating for my chicken...substitute turkey for chicken...or grill it instead of baking it. I've even served the chicken in strips with a sauce so it becomes a fun finger food for dipping. -Wanda White, Antioch, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container, combine the first nine ingredients; mix well. Add chicken and turn to coat. Seal or cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. , In a shallow dish, combine bread crumbs and sesame seeds. Dredge the chicken in the crumb mixture. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine butter and shortening; drizzle over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until juices run clear. , Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in a saucepan; heat through. Serve with the chicken.
Nutrition Facts :
CRISPY COCONUT SESAME CHICKEN WITH SOY LIME DIPPING SAUCE
Shredded coconut and crushed All-Bran* cereal come together to create a deliciously crispy coating for baked chicken!
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- In food processor, combine cereal, 1/2 cup (125 mL) coconut, garlic powder, ginger and pepper - processing with pulse action to fine consistency. Drizzle in oil, using pulsing action to combine. Stir in 1 tablespoon (15 mL) sesame seeds. Place mixture into shallow dish or onto plate.
- In medium bowl, beat 1/4 cup (50 mL) mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons (25 mL) lime juice to combine well.
- Cut each chicken breast into 2 pieces of similar size and thickness (slant cut for equal thickness). Using tongs, dip chicken pieces into mayonnaise mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Coat with cereal mixture, pressing gently so that all of the coating is used. Place coated chicken in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons coconut. Discard remaining mayonnaise mixture.
- Bake coated chicken in preheated oven until food thermometer reads 170 degrees F (77 degrees C) at centre of chicken pieces - about 25 minutes. Serve with Soy Lime Dipping Sauce.
- For Soy Lime Dipping Sauce: In small bowl, combine the remaining mayonnaise, lime juice and sesame seeds with the soy sauce and sugar. Divide into 6 portions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 72.7 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 315.8 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
- Use a high-quality sesame oil. This will give your dish a delicious nutty flavor.
- Make sure your sauce is thick and glossy. This will help it coat the chicken evenly.
- Serve the chicken with rice or noodles. This will make a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This sesame chicken with dipping sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try!
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