Best 7 Lemon Sesame Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Lemon Sesame Chicken, a culinary masterpiece that perfectly harmonizes the tangy brightness of lemon with the nutty richness of sesame. This delectable dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a luscious sauce made from scratch, boasting a symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Served alongside a medley of fluffy rice and crisp-tender broccoli, this dish promises a satisfying and flavorful meal that will delight your taste buds.

This recipe collection takes you on a culinary journey through various renditions of Lemon Sesame Chicken, offering a range of options to suit your preferences. From the classic version with its irresistible blend of sweet and sour flavors to innovative twists that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques, these recipes cater to every palate. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, you'll find a recipe here that will guide you towards creating an unforgettable Lemon Sesame Chicken dish that will impress your family and friends.

So, embark on this taste-bud tantalizing expedition and discover the perfect Lemon Sesame Chicken recipe for your next culinary endeavor. With each bite, you'll be transported to a realm of exquisite flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SESAME-LEMON MARINATED CHICKEN



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Chicken thighs get a delicious and lovely treatment from a sesame marinade and basting sauce in this mouth-watering recipe. The grilled flavor really says SUMMER!

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 8h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb chicken thigh, boneless and skinless
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon water
1 1/4 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
vegetable oil cooking spray
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
lemon rind, curls garnish

Steps:

  • Wash chicken and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
  • In a gallon-size zip-lock plastic bag, combine the lemon juice with the next seven (7) ingredients. Add the chicken; turn the sealed bag to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for eight (8) hours (best overnight); turn occasionally.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade; reserving marinade.
  • Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepot; bring to a boil. Reduce the cooking flame; simmer for two (2) minutes. Set aside.
  • Coat the grill rack with cooking spray; place chicken on preheated grill over medium heat. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over chicken.
  • Grill chicken until it is fork tender and juices run clear, turning occasionally and brushing frequently with marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.9, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 95.5, Sodium 118.8, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 20.7

LIGHT LEMON-SESAME CHICKEN



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Try an Asian twist with chicken tonight, and do it all in just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1/4 cup fat-free egg product or 1 egg
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup Bisquick Heart Smart® mix
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken breast smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick.
  • In small bowl, beat egg product and 2 tablespoons lemon juice with fork or wire whisk. In 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix Bisquick mix, paprika and sesame seed.
  • Dip chicken into egg mixture, then place in mixture in bag. Shake until chicken breasts are well coated.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat all sauce ingredients except onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened and bubbly. Spoon sauce over chicken before serving; sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

SESAME, LEMON AND CURRY CHICKEN STRIPS



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Provided by Robin Levy Goetz

Categories     Food Processor     Chicken     Bake     Marinate     Kid-Friendly     Yogurt     Diwali     Buffet     Curry     Healthy     Sesame     Bon Appétit     Los Angeles     California     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/3 cup purchased mango chutney (such as Major Grey's)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup sesame seeds
4 large garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons curry powder

Steps:

  • Blend yogurt and chutney in processor. Add cilantro and process 5 seconds. Transfer sauce to small bowl. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Arrange chicken in shallow dish. Pour lemon juice over. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes, turning chicken occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease baking sheet. Drain chicken. Combine sesame seeds and garlic in shallow bowl. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with curry powder. Season with salt and pepper. Press chicken into sesame seed mixture, coating completely. Arrange chicken on prepared sheet. Bake chicken until just cooked through, about 20 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes. Cut chicken crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips.
  • Arrange chicken strips around edge of serving platter. Place chutney dip in center and serve.

SESAME-LEMON CHICKEN WITH A CRISP PHYLLO CRUST



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Make and share this Sesame-Lemon Chicken with a Crisp Phyllo Crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BonnieZ

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 pinch cayenne
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 egg white
4 sheets phyllo dough (defrosted completely in the package)
4 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • For the marinade—Rinse the chicken breasts, pat them dry, and make a few slashes in each.
  • Combine the marinade ingredients in a nonreactive bowl and add the chicken.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • To coat and cook the chicken—Heat the oven to 450°F and butter a baking sheet.
  • Butter a sheet of phyllo, top with another sheet, butter that and repeat with the other two sheets.
  • Cut the phyllo stack into 6 equal strips.
  • Remove a breast from the marinade and let some of the marinade drip off.
  • Lay the breast at one end of a strip of phyllo and roll it up, leaving the ends exposed.
  • Dip both ends of the chicken into the sesame seeds to coat.
  • Put the breast, phyllo seam down, on the buttered baking sheet; repeat with other breasts.
  • Brush the tops of the phyllo with butter and roast until crisp, browned, and cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.

SESAME CHICKEN WITH LEMON SAUCE



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If you like lemons or lemon flavored foods you will love this. It is always a big hit. I do not mix everything together at once since I have very picky eaters at home. Instead, I place the chicken, linguine, and sauce all in separate bowls and allow everyone to mix their own amount of elements together.

Provided by Samantha Bideau

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 26

SESAME FLOUR:
2 Tbsp sesame seeds
1/2 c yellow cornmeal
1 c flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
LEMON CREAM SAUCE:
1 Tbsp butter
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
2 Tbsp chicken stock
1/2 c white wine
1 c lemon juice
4 c milk
1/2 c heavy cream
SESAME CHICKEN:
8 oz linguine
1 tsp olive oil
1 c sesame flour
1 egg
8 oz boneless chicken breasts
1 c lemon cream sauce
1/2 c broccoli florets
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. SESAME FLOUR: Place sesame seeds and cornmeal in a blender and thoroughly.
  • 2. Place mixture in a plastic container with a tight fitting lid. Add flour, salt, and pepper. Shake until well combined.
  • 3. LEMON CREAM SAUCE: In a skillet, set over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook until softened with light-brown edges, about 5 minutes.
  • 4. Add garlic, salt, pepper and chicken stock. Cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat and allow to cool about 10 minutes.
  • 5. Stir in wine, lemon juice, milk and cream. Mixture will curdle slightly, but the text will improve when the sauce is reheated.
  • 6. SESAME CHICKEN: Boil linguine according to package directions. Toss with olive oil and set aside.
  • 7. Pour sesame flour into a baking pan. in a small bowl beat egg with fork until the yolk is thoroughly mixed. Dip chicken breasts into egg then roll in flour mixture. Discard any remaining egg or flour mixture.
  • 8. Meanwhile, heat enough oil to float the chicken pieces to about 375* in a pot with high sides. Drop chicken into oil and cook about 5 minutes until coating is crispy and lightly browned. Remove from oil and set aside.
  • 9. Pour lemon cream sauce into a wide saute pan. Place over medium heat, and add broccoli. Bring to a boil and allow to bubble 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and toss with linguine, chicken and cheese.

LIGHT LEMON-SESAME CHICKEN



Light Lemon-Sesame Chicken image

Try an Asian twist with chicken tonight, and do it all in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1/4 cup fat-free egg product or 1 egg
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup Bisquick Heart Smart® mix
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken breast smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick.
  • In small bowl, beat egg product and 2 tablespoons lemon juice with fork or wire whisk. In 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix Bisquick mix, paprika and sesame seed.
  • Dip chicken into egg mixture, then place in mixture in bag. Shake until chicken breasts are well coated.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat all sauce ingredients except onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened and bubbly. Spoon sauce over chicken before serving; sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

LEMON SESAME CHICKEN



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I got this recipe from Bisquick. It's really quite simple and just so tasty! My husband's favorite!

Provided by Natalie Tamminga

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 egg
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 c bisquick mix
1/2 tsp paprika
2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 Tbsp cooking oil
SAUCE
1/2 c chicken broth
3 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp grated lemon peel
2 medium green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of mallet or rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick. (I usually cut each piece of chicken in half crosswise to make it even thinner)
  • 2. In a small bowl, beat egg and 2 Tbsp lemon juice with fork or wire whisk. In a 1-gallon resealable food storage plastic bag, mix Bisquick mix, paprika and sesame seeds.
  • 3. Dip chicken into egg mixture, then place in bag. Shake until chicken breasts are well coated. In a 12 inch skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add chicken; cook 6-8 minutes turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • 4. Meanwhile, in a 1-quart saucepan, heat all sauce ingredients except onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened and bubbly. Spoon sauce over chicken before serving; sprinkle with onions. Serve on a bed of couscous or rice.

Tips:

  • To make the chicken extra crispy, double-coat it in the cornstarch mixture before frying.
  • Use a large skillet or wok to fry the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken to prevent it from sticking.
  • Stir-fry the chicken constantly to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
  • The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Garnish the dish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Conclusion:

This lemon sesame chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The chicken is crispy and flavorful, while the sauce is tangy and sweet. Serve it over rice or noodles, and enjoy!

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