Sesame Chicken
Points: 5
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 16 Minutes
Cooking Time: 11 Minutes
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
Ingredients:
2 tbsp sesame seeds, raw
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp dry sherry
1 tsp ginger root, fresh, minced
1/2 tsp five-spice powder
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp table salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast(s), cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tsp peanut oil
Instructions:
1. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds and cook until lightly toasted, shaking the pan frequently, about 2 to 3 minutes; transfer seeds to a shallow dish and set aside.
2. Whisk water, soy sauce, maple syrup, sherry, ginger and five-spice powder together in a small bowl; set aside.
3. Combine flour, salt and pepper in a shallow dish; add chicken and turn to coat. Shake chicken pieces to remove excess flour.
4. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add soy sauce mixture to chicken and cook until sauce thickens and is almost evaporated, about 2 to 3 minutes more.
5. Dip chicken pieces in toasted sesame seeds and serve, drizzled with any additional soy sauce mixture. Yields about 4 strips per serving.
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