Description
Sweet Sesame Chicken Strips are a crispy and flavorful delight that combines tender chicken with a luscious sesame sauce, making them perfect for any occasion. Coated in panko breadcrumbs, these golden-brown strips achieve an irresistible crunch while being enveloped in a sweet and savory glaze crafted from soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Whether served as an appetizer at your next gathering or paired with steamed rice for a satisfying meal, these chicken strips will be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, Sweet Sesame Chicken Strips promise to become a beloved staple at your dinner table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into even strips and pat them dry.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in eggs, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the coated strips on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and bring to a simmer for five minutes.
- Drizzle the warm sauce over baked chicken strips before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 chicken strips (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, consider frying the strips instead of baking them. - Marinating the chicken beforehand can enhance flavor—try marinating in soy sauce and honey for at least an hour. - Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.