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Easy Baked Spicy Sesame Butter Chicken

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Delicious and simple baked chicken marinated in a spicy sesame sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste (adjust for heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, chili paste, and black pepper.
  2. Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Place marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra moisture, use bone-in skin-on chicken. To keep it gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg