Sesame Oil Chicken
This is a traditional Chinese dish, known for its rich and aromatic sesame oil flavor. It's a simple and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
- Green onions - 2, chopped
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Chicken broth - 1 cup
- Rice wine - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Ginger - 1 inch piece, minced
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
- Chicken thighs - 4, boneless and skinless
Let's Get Started
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the soy sauce, rice wine, and chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the chicken topped with the chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g
