Sesame-Glazed Oriental Chicken

Experience a flavorful journey with this Sesame-Glazed Oriental Chicken recipe. Savor the tender chicken coated in a delectable sauce, combined with the sweetness of marmalade, the tanginess of lemon juice, and the nuttiness of sesame seeds. This dish is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will surely impress your guests.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Sesame-Glazed Oriental Chicken
1	frying chicken, cut up
¼	cup butter
1	cup orange marmalade
¼	cup lemon juice
1	tablespoon brown sugar
2	teaspoons cornstarch
2	teaspoons soy sauce
1	tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1	(11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
½	cup water chestnut, sliced

Instructions

• For preparing Sesame-Glazed Oriental Chicken

  1. Heat butter in a skillet and brown the cut-up chicken pieces.
  2. Transfer the browned chicken to a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  3. In a saucepan, combine orange marmalade, lemon juice, brown sugar, cornstarch, and soy sauce.
  4. Bring the sauce to a boil and pour it over the chicken in the baking dish.
  5. Bake the chicken uncovered for 50 minutes in a preheated 350-degree oven.
  6. Add the drained mandarin orange segments and sliced water chestnuts to the dish.
  7. Continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
  8. Sprinkle the dish with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Jul 31, 2024