Baked blending sweetness and tanginess.

This Baked Sesame Chicken is a super tasty. Tender bites of chicken are coated in a crisp cornstarch crust, browned in the skillet and then bake to perfection, achieving a delightful golden hue. The sauce, a harmonious blend of sweetness and tanginess, elevates the dish with flavors that coax the palate. Serve this savory yumminess over fluffy jasmine rice, with fried rice, or alongside steamed broccoli for a wholesome meal. It’s a delectable combination of textures and tastes, embodying both comfort and culinary finesse.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• Cooking spray or oil to grease the dish before baking
• 1/4 cup of avocado, sesame, or coconut oil

For the Sweet and Sour Sauce

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons ketchup
• 3/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 and 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Optional Garnish

• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. Prepare the Chicken
   • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
   • Place the cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Scramble eggs in a shallow bowl. Dip each piece of chicken into the cornstarch and then into the beaten eggs, ensuring even coverage.
3. Brown the Chicken in a Skillet
   • Heat oil in skillet and then cook chicken until browned but not cooked through.
4. Prepare the Sweet and Sour Sauce
   • In a bowl, whisk together sugar, ketchup, vinegar, garlic salt, and soy sauce.
5. Place Chicken in greased 9 x 13-inch Baking Dish and Pour Sauce Evenly Over Chicken
6. Bake the Chicken
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the sauce is bubbly and sticking to chicken and the chicken is cooked through. Turn the chicken pieces every 15 minutes throughout the baking time.
7. Serve
   • Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
   • Serve the baked sesame chicken over rice or with steamed vegetables.

This Baked Sesame Chicken offers a twist on the classic takeout dish. It’s flavorful fun and sure to be a hit at the dinner table.

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