Easy and Delicious Baked Sesame Chicken Recipe

This baked sesame chicken recipe is a perfect combination of tender chicken coated in a sticky and savory sauce, topped with toasted sesame seeds. It's a healthier alternative to the traditional fried sesame chicken, as it is baked instead of deep-fried. The chicken turns out juicy on the inside with a crispy, golden coating on the outside. Enjoy this flavorful and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• For the sauce:
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, and black pepper.
3. Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat it with the flour mixture.
4. Place the coated chicken breasts on a greased baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
6. In the meantime, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
7. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water until well combined, then add it to the saucepan. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
8. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush it generously with the prepared sauce. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
9. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is sticky and the sesame seeds are toasted.
10. Serve the baked sesame chicken with steamed rice or your favorite side dish, and enjoy!

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