Best 7 Sesame Chicken Marinade Recipes

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**Sesame Chicken: A Culinary Journey of Sweet, Savory, and Crispy Delights**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with our collection of delectable sesame chicken recipes, where East meets West in a symphony of flavors. Savor the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crispy textures in every bite. Our recipes showcase a range of cooking techniques, from stir-frying to baking, ensuring there's a sesame chicken dish to suit every palate and skill level. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with these mouthwatering creations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GARLIC GINGER SESAME MARINATED CHICKEN



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Garlic Ginger Sesame Marinated Chicken is delicious and easy to make! Chicken breasts are marinated in sauce, and cooked on a BBQ or indoor grill pan!

Provided by JB @ The Grateful Girl Cooks!

Categories     Entree

Time 1h21m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
3 Tablespoons fresh ginger (, finely grated)
2 stems green onion (, minced)
3 Tablespoons garlic cloves (, minced)

Steps:

  • Place grated fresh ginger, toasted sesame oil, vegetable oil, minced green onion (scallions), and minced garlic cloves into a blender. Blend these ingredients for about 30 seconds, or until mixture is fully blended and fairly smooth.
  • Pour (scraping blender clean) the marinade into a large re-sealable bag or shallow container. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, and turn to coat them completely with marinade. Seal bag or cover container, and place in refrigerator to marinate for AT LEAST 1 hour.
  • After chicken has marinated for at least an hour, spray a grill (off heat) with non-stick baking spray or generously brush with oil. Heat grill on medium-high temperature until really hot, but not smoking. Transfer chicken to the grill. It should sizzle when it hits grill. Once chicken is on grill, do not disturb or move it. After about 8-10 minutes, flip chicken over to the other side. TIP:**Cooking times will vary due to different thicknesses of chicken breasts. Check the internal temperature by inserting a meat thermometer into thickest part of the breast. Chicken is done when internal temp. is 165° F. Remove chicken from grill and let it "rest" for a couple minutes, to let juices redistribute within the meat before serving.For THICK chicken breasts: After 8-10 minutes, the bottom of the chicken breast should be nice and golden brown. After you flip the chicken over, set a timer for 8 minutes and check for internal temperature. I used thick breasts and they took 18 minutes total to fully cook.For THIN chicken breasts: Thin cutlet type chicken breasts will obviously cook a LOT faster than thicker ones (they may only take 3-4 minutes per side).
  • Serve... and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 230 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 133 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

THE BEST CHINESE SESAME CHICKEN RECIPE



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Crispy chunks of deep-fried battered chicken in a sweet, sour, and savory glaze packed with sesame flavor. The Chinese take-out classic, made in your own kitchen.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     Mains

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 29

For the Marinade:
1 egg white
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (see note)
2 tablespoons 80-proof vodka
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons corn starch
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch chunks (see note)
For the Dry Coating:
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
For the Sauce:
3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (see note)
2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar or distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
5 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons roasted sesame seed oil
1 tablespoon corn starch
2 teaspoons peanut, vegetable, or canola oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves)
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger (about one 1-inch piece)
2 teaspoons minced scallion bottoms (about 1 scallion)
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
To Finish:
2 quarts of peanut, canola, or vegetable oil for deep frying
Steamed white rice and steamed broccoli for serving

Steps:

  • To Finish: Heat 1 1/2 quarts peanut, vegetable, or canola oil in a large wok or Dutch oven to 350°F (177°C) and adjust flame to maintain temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 962 mg, Sugar 11 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PERFECT SESAME CHICKEN



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If you want the perfect sesame chicken recipe this is it! You may want to increase the vinegar or lower the amount of sugar. It all depends on how sweet you want the sauce.

Provided by Doreen P

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 dash sesame oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cubed
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon chile paste
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup cornstarch
½ cup water
1 quart olive oil for frying
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Sift flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder into a bowl. Pour in low-sodium soy sauce, sherry, 2 tablespoons water, vegetable oil, and a dash of sesame oil; stir until smooth. Stir in chicken until coated with the batter, then cover, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring chicken broth, sugar, vinegar, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, chile paste, and garlic to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Dissolve 1/4 cup cornstarch into 1/2 cup of water, and stir into boiling sauce. Simmer until the sauce thickens and turns clear, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and keep sauce warm.
  • Heat olive oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to a temperature of 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Drop in the battered chicken pieces, a few at a time, and fry until they turn golden brown and float to the top of the oil, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel lined plate. To serve, place fried chicken pieces onto a serving platter, and pour the hot sauce overtop. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds to garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 713.9 mg, Sugar 33.7 g

SESAME CHICKEN



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
6 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili paste (recommended: Sambal Oelek)
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Peanut oil, for deep-frying
Salt
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
2 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped scallions, for garnish
5 to 6 cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Wash the chicken under cold running water, pat dry and trim off any excess fat. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and put into a large mixing bowl. Add the marinade ingredients to the bowl and stir to combine. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the sauce.
  • To make the sauce: In a saucepan, add the sesame oil and set over low heat. Add the ginger and garlic and fry gently until fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the remaining sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir well to dissolve the cornstarch. Gently pour into the saucepan with the fried ginger and garlic. Stir as you pour because the cornstarch will thicken up pretty quickly. Keep warm over low heat.
  • In a heavy-bottomed pot or deep-fryer heat enough oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 375 degrees F.
  • Fry the chicken, in small batches, until golden and crispy, about 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the chicken using a wire mesh strainer and drain on paper towels. Season with a little salt, to taste. To serve, arrange the fried chicken on a platter and pour drizzle with the sauce. Sprinkle with a generous amount of toasted sesame seeds and garnish with scallions and cilantro sprigs.

SESAME CHICKEN



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"For flavorful, moist and tender chicken, try this marinade," suggests Julie Lake from Anchorage, Alaska. "The sesame seeds cling well to season the meat. We also like this mixture on chicken wings, beef short ribs and pork."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1 garlic clove, minced
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional
4 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, skin side down, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 2885mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

SESAME CHICKEN SAUCE



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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

1 cup chicken broth
¾ cup packed brown sugar
⅛ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon chile paste
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup cornstarch
½ cup water

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

GRILLED CHICKEN MARINATED IN SESAME OIL



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns
1 3 1/2 to 4-pound chicken, cut up
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Toast the peppercorns in a small pan over medium heat for five minutes, or until they begin to smoke. Cool and crush finely with a mortar and pestle.
  • Wipe the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Combine the peppercorn powder, garlic, ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil. Mix well and coat the chicken pieces with the marinade. Leave overnight or for two hours.
  • Preheat grill or broiler. Grill the chicken pieces, basting with the marinade, until they are cooked. Place them on a platter, sprinkle with the coriander and allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving, so that the juices develop.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 690, UnsaturatedFat 33 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 54 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 423 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use a food processor or blender to quickly and easily mince the garlic, ginger, and green onions.
  • If you don't have Shaoxing wine, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine.
  • To make a gluten-free version of the marinade, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • If you want a spicier marinade, add a teaspoon or two of chili sauce or Sriracha.
  • Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • When you're ready to cook the chicken, shake off any excess marinade.
  • Cook the chicken over medium-high heat until it's cooked through and slightly charred.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This sesame chicken marinade is a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your chicken. It's perfect for stir-fries, grilled chicken, or even baked chicken. The marinade is made with a combination of soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and green onions. It's simple to make and can be used on any type of chicken. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and easy chicken recipe, give this sesame chicken marinade a try.

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