Susie Smith's Sesame Lemon Chicken

Delight your taste buds with Susie Smith's Sesame Lemon Chicken, a mouthwatering dish that combines the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice with the savory depth of soy sauce and honey. Tender, golden-brown chicken thighs are bathed in a luscious, thickened sesame-infused sauce, crafted with aromatic garlic and ginger for a burst of bold flavor. Toasted sesame seeds and vibrant green onions add the perfect finishing touch, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or crisp seasonal vegetables. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly flavorful, this sesame lemon chicken will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil)
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced thinly
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, prepare the marinade by mixing lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Pour half of the marinade over the chicken thighs, reserving the other half for later. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes (or up to 1 hour for added flavor).

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs to the skillet, discarding the marinade used on the chicken. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and pour in the reserved marinade. Bring it to a simmer.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering marinade to thicken the sauce.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet, coating them evenly with the thickened sauce. Let them simmer for 2-3 minutes to soak up the flavors.

Step 9

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and garnish with sliced green onions.

Step 10

Serve the sesame lemon chicken hot with steamed rice or a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(725.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1373.3

Total Fat 84.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 520.0mg	0%
Sodium 2742.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 126.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112.2mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1415.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.2%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 11.2%