This baked sesame chicken offers a delightful twist on traditional takeout favorites, delivering a crispy, nutty exterior without the need for deep frying. The chicken pieces are coated in a savory blend of flour, garlic, onion, and paprika, then dipped in melted butter before being rolled in toasted sesame seeds. The result is a tender, juicy interior encased in a flavorful, crunchy crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients. It pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Sesame Chicken #3
Description
This baked sesame chicken offers a delightful twist on traditional takeout favorites, delivering a crispy, nutty exterior without the need for deep frying. The chicken pieces are coated in a savory blend of flour, garlic, onion, and paprika, then dipped in melted butter before being rolled in toasted sesame seeds. The result is a tender, juicy interior encased in a flavorful, crunchy crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients. It pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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In a shallow dish, mix together flour, 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, onion salt, lemon-pepper seasoning, and paprika.
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In another shallow dish, mix together melted butter, cooking oil, remaining 1 teaspoon garlic salt, and pepper.
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In a third shallow dish, place the toasted sesame seeds.
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Roll each piece of chicken first in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
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Dip the flour-coated chicken into the butter mixture.
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Roll the chicken in the sesame seeds, pressing gently to adhere.
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Place the coated chicken pieces on a greased shallow baking pan.
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Bake in preheated oven for about 1 hour, turning once halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 660.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 49.4g76%
- Saturated Fat 13.3g67%
- Cholesterol 54.5mg19%
- Sodium 187.5mg8%
- Total Carbohydrate 38.0g13%
- Dietary Fiber 8.3g34%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 20.8g42%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, ensure chicken pieces are of uniform size to promote even cooking.
Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant before using to enhance flavor.
You can substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite-sized pieces if preferred.
Serve with steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, or a side of broccoli for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven to maintain crispiness.
