Sesame GInger Chicken

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Sesame Ginger Marinated Chicken

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Author: Jolie Meaux

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 15 MinInactive time: 1 H & 25 MTotal time: 1 H & 50 M

This Sesame Ginger Marinated Chicken is savory, slightly sweet, and full of garlic and fresh ginger. Sesame jam adds richness to the marinade while helping the chicken develop a beautifully caramelized exterior. Serve it with rice, vegetables, noodles, or sliced over a crisp salad.

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Ingredients

Sesame Ginger Marinated Chicken

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame jam
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Neutral cooking oil, for the pan

Instructions

Sesame Ginger Marinated Chicken

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, sesame jam, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes.
2. Add the chicken and toss until fully coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
3. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
4. Lightly coat a skillet with cooking oil and heat it over medium-high heat until the oil is almost smoking.
5. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in the hot skillet. Discard the remaining marinade.
6. Sear the chicken for about 2 minutes. Cover the skillet and cook for approximately 5 minutes.
7. Flip the chicken and sear the second side for about 2 minutes. Cover and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
8. Turn off the heat and allow the chicken to rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
9. Uncover, slice, and serve.

Notes

Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Always check the internal temperature before serving.

You can also grill the chicken instead of pan-searing it. Grill over medium-high heat until cooked through, turning once during cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

257

Fat

11 g

Sat. Fat

2 g

Carbs

13 g

Fiber

0 g

Net carbs

13 g

Sugar

7 g

Protein

25 g

Sodium

489 mg

Cholesterol

73 mg

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