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This Sesame Chicken recipe is really quite simple and absolutely delicious! The combination of sweet and savory is incredibly satisfying! And the hardest part of the recipe is mixing the sauce ingredients together, which isn't difficult at all!

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Why This Sesame Chicken Is Going To Be Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner

  • Fast. A cook time of less than 30 minutes.
  • Easy. Toss the chicken drumsticks in the delicious homemade sauce after you bake and enjoy!
  • Low Carb. Only 7 carbs per serving.
  • Delicious. Packed with yummy sticky sesame chicken flavor.

What Is The Difference Between Sesame Chicken And General Tso's Chicken?

The difference between the two is generally the level of sweetness. Since this is a low-carb chicken recipe, it is saltier than it is sweet.

It is also served with a sesame seed garnish whereas General Tso's chicken doesn't have them to finish.

What Is Sesame Chicken Sauce Made Of?

How To Make Sesame Chicken

  • Line a pie plate with foil. Don't be lazy about this step otherwise, you will either be scrubbing forever or end up throwing out the pie pan.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Lay the drumsticks out on the pan.
  • Mix together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and make sure it's to your liking. If I were making this for myself, I'd add a few red pepper flakes.
  • Pour the sauce over the drumsticks and make sure they are well-coated. Move them around, flip them, put them on their sides, just make sure the chicken has saucy goodness on it.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 25 minutes. Flip them over and cover with the sauce.
  • Cook for another 5-10 minutes or until the drumsticks are cooked through.

I really must stress the importance of lining your pan with foil before putting the chicken in the oven! When I say sticky Sesame Chicken, I really do mean STICKY Sesame Chicken!

If you skip this step, you'll find yourself scrubbing the pan. And scrubbing. And scrubbing. You may even find yourself throwing away the pan altogether! So do yourself a favor and make sure you don't skip this step, okay?

Make sure you cover the chicken with the sauce thoroughly. This is Sesame Chicken after all, and the sauce is what makes the dish, so you want to make sure the chicken is absolutelycoveredin the sauce.

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Sticky Sesame Chicken

This easy Sesame Chicken recipe is full of rich flavor and is sure to be a hit with your family! It has bold yet sweet sesame flavor in every bite!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 162kcal

Author: Urvashi

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Ingredients

  • 4 chicken drumsticks

Mix together for the sauce

Instructions

  • Line a pie plate with foil. Don't be lazy about this step otherwise you will either be scrubbing forever, or end up throwing out the pie pan.

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F.

  • Lay the drumsticks out on the pan.

  • Mix together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and make sure it's to your liking. If I were making this for myself, I'd add a few red pepper flakes.

  • Pour the sauce over the drumsticks and make sure they are well-coated. Move them around, flip them, put them on their sides, just make sure the chicken has saucy goodness on it.

  • Bake at 425 degrees for 25 minutes. Flip them over and cover with the sauce.

  • Cook for another 5-10 minutes or until the drumsticks are cooked through.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 8g | Sugar: 6g

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Originally Published April 18, 2014

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Comments

  1. Eva

    Hi Urvashi,

    Could I make this in the air fryer instead of the oven? How long would you air fry this?

    Reply

    • Heather

      400F about 18 minutes, then flip and continue to cook for about 5 minutes 😊

      Reply

  2. Lyn

    Being KETO, what would the equivalent for brown sugar be with say Swerve Brown Sugar or a similar product?. I know a dab of molasses can help achieve the "brown sugar" deepness of flavor, would it work here?

    Reply

    • Heather

      I love lakanto monkfruit golden! It subs in really well for brown sugar and honestly I use it in any recipe that calls for white sugar too.

      Reply

  3. Carolyn

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    Absolutely delicious!

    Reply

    • URVASHI PITRE

      Yay! This recipe needs more love

      Reply

      • Becky

        This sounds so delicious! I'm thinking of using the sauce to make sticky wings instead of legs and cooking in my airfryer. Have you tried it or any suggestions?

        Reply

  4. Erin

    Oh my yummy! I'd totally try it with thighs 🙂 Hope your boy feels better soon!

    Reply

    • Two Sleevers

      Hey Erin! He has the flu poor kid, so I just started him on Tamiflu. I told him getting sick on the weekend was bad planning 🙂

      Reply

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Sesame Chicken | Easy Sticky Sesame Chicken Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the sauce made of in sesame chicken? ›

The sauce is a combination of honey, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic and sesame oil and takes just minutes to put together. Sometimes I even make the sauce a day or two in advance, then store it in the fridge until we're ready to eat.

What is sticky chicken made of? ›

ingredients
  1. 34 cup tomato sauce (ketchup)
  2. 13 cup sweet chili sauce.
  3. 13 cup char siu sauce.
  4. 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  5. 2 teaspoons ginger (finely grated)
  6. 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
  7. 2 kg chicken pieces (see note above)
  8. 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (lightly toasted)

Why is my sticky chicken not sticky? ›

The one that sounds better for actual stickiness rather than char says to brown the pieces after marinating, then add the marinade back in and roast at 325 for an hour. That way you get the caramelization from the browning, but finish the cooking at a lower temperature. Some of this depends on the sizes of the breasts.

What is the difference between General Tso and sesame chicken? ›

General Tso's chicken is a spicy and tangy dish made with a mix of chicken breast and thighs, while sesame chicken is a sweeter option made with succulent chicken thighs. Whether you're in the mood for something spicy or sweet, both dishes offer a delicious and crispy meal that's sure to satisfy your cravings.”

What is Chinese sesame sauce made of? ›

directions. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and agave. Top with scallions and sesame seeds.

What does sticky chicken mean? ›

If it looks OK and smells OK but feels extra slimy, sticky or dry from freezer burn, it's time to say goodbye. “Raw chicken can have a somewhat slimy feel to it, but if it has a slimy feel after it is rinsed off and patted dried, it's no longer good,” Danielson said.

What is the pink goo coming out of chicken? ›

Information. Many people think the pink liquid in packaged fresh chicken is blood, but it is mostly water that was absorbed by the chicken during the chilling process.

Is it okay to eat sticky chicken? ›

If after thawing, you touch the chicken and it feels sticky or tacky—run the chicken under cool water. If the sticky or tackiness remains or it still feels slimy, the chicken has gone bad. Do not cook with it, throw it away.

How do I make my sauce sticky? ›

How to Thicken Sauce With Cornstarch
  1. Combine equal parts cornstarch and cold water. Stir together until smooth.
  2. Pour into your sauce and cook over medium heat, stirring continually, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  3. Test the sauce with a spoon.
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How to thicken sticky chicken sauce? ›

If for some reason your sauce doesn't begin to thicken mix the cornflour and water together and then add to the sauce. Once you have a lovely sticky sauce add the chicken back in and stir until coated. Serve with sticky rice and garnish with sliced spring onion and extra sesame seeds.

How do you make food more sticky? ›

If I want a sticky, tacky surface on food, I typically use some kind of very sweet sauce. As it reduces down and the sugars caramelize during cooking, it leaves a delightful candied layer on the surface. Barbecue chicken, or some preparations of ribs come to mind. Also cinnamon rolls / sticky buns.

Is sesame chicken authentic Chinese food? ›

Sesame chicken is a Chinese delicacy that originated in the Canton region. The dish became famous in North America after it was brought over by immigrants who built restaurants serving their native country's cuisine.

What is orange chicken called at Chinese restaurants? ›

cheng zi ji (traditional Chinese: 橙子雞; simplified Chinese: 橙子鸡; pinyin: chéngzi jī; Jyutping: caang4-2 zi1 gai1; lit. 'orange chicken'), a calque.

What is kung bo? ›

Kung Pao chicken (a.k.a. Gong Bao or Kung Po) is a stir-fried Chinese dish that consists of cubed chicken in a sweet, spicy, and savory sauce. It originated in southwestern China in the early 1800s.

What sauce is made from sesame? ›

Tahini sauce is one of our go-to toppings for a variety of savory dishes. It's made from tahini, a dense paste made from crushed sesame seeds. Tahini sauce is a mixture of tahini paste, lemon juice, garlic, and water. This traditional sauce is served in Israel and in Arab countries throughout the Middle East.

What is sesame dressing made of? ›

Perhaps no other salad dressing is as versatile as sesame dressing. The simple mixture of sesame seeds, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and brown sugar has the ideal balance of nutty, salty, tart, and lightly sweet.

Does General Tso's sauce have sesame? ›

SAUCE: SUGAR, WATER, MIRIN SALTED COOKING WINE (WATER, DEXTROSE, RICE, CORN SYRUP, SALT), SOY SAUCE (WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, SPICES, SESAME SEEDS, MINCED GARLIC (GARLIC JUICE, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, SALT), GUAJILLO PEPPER PUREE (GUAJILLO PEPPER, WATER, SALT), ...

Does sesame chicken contain soy sauce? ›

What's in sesame chicken sauce? Sesame chicken sauce is a balanced combination of sweet, sour and spicy that comes from light soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar and sugar.

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