Sesame Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Sesame Chicken
45 min.
10
111kcal

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If you're searching for a flavorful and satisfying dish that perfectly fits your dietary needs, look no further than this delightful sesame chicken recipe. Not only is it gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary restrictions, but it also boasts a tantalizing combination of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

This dish is incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes to make, and serves a crowd of 10—ideal for parties or family gatherings. Imagine tender pieces of chicken, marinated in a fragrant blend of dry sherry, fresh ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, which are then grilled to perfection on skewers and generously sprinkled with nutty sesame seeds. The beautiful presentation and irresistible aroma will surely impress your guests, whether served as an antipasti, starter, or snack.

With just 111 calories per serving, you can indulge in this delicious dish without the guilt. The well-balanced caloric breakdown ensures a satisfying meal that feels light yet fulfilling. This sesame chicken is not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, making it a perfect appetizer for any occasion. So gather your ingredients, unleash your inner chef, and get ready to enjoy this scrumptious sesame chicken that's sure to earn rave reviews!

Ingredients

  •  skinned and boned chicken breast halves cut into bite-size pieces
  • tablespoons cooking sherry dry
  • teaspoon ginger fresh grated
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • tablespoon sesame oil 
  • 0.3 cup sesame seed 
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • ziploc bags
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Stir together first 6 ingredients in a shallow dish or large zip-top plastic bag; add chicken. Cover or seal, and chill 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  2. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade.
  3. Thread chicken onto skewers, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Arrange skewers on a lightly greased 15- x 10-inch jellyroll pan.
  4. Broil 3 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially open) 5 minutes on each side or until done.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories111kcal
Protein39.88%
Fat36.71%
Carbs23.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.01
Glycemic Load
3.73
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
6.2456522506216%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:111.19kcal
5.56%
Fat:4.46g
6.86%
Saturated Fat:0.72g
4.48%
Carbohydrates:6.4g
2.13%
Net Carbohydrates:5.9g
2.14%
Sugar:5.14g
5.71%
Cholesterol:28.93mg
9.64%
Sodium:377.11mg
16.4%
Alcohol:0.31g
100%
Alcohol %:0.61%
100%
Protein:10.9g
21.79%
Vitamin B3:5.12mg
25.6%
Selenium:15.88µg
22.68%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.27%
Phosphorus:127.11mg
12.71%
Copper:0.17mg
8.75%
Magnesium:27.7mg
6.92%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.86%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.71%
Potassium:201.35mg
5.75%
Iron:0.87mg
4.82%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.19%
Calcium:40.88mg
4.09%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.91%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.83%
Fiber:0.5g
2%
Folate:6.55µg
1.64%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes