Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken

xpnsve's Note:

The restaurant version of this dish is loaded with fat, thanks to deep frying. WW has coated the chicken with flour and then pan-seared it to lighten it up. 4 points per serving.

• Total Time: 31 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 11 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds , raw
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon gingerroot , fresh, minced
• ½ teaspoon five-spice powder
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon table salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lb uncooked boneless skinless chicken breast , cut into 2-inch strips
• 2 teaspoons peanut oil

Directions:

1. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds and cook until lightly toasted, shaking pan frequently, about 2 to 3 minutes; transfer seeds to a shallow dish and set aside.
2. Whisk water, soy sauce, maple syrup, sherry, ginger and five-spice powder together in a small bowl; set aside.
3. Combine flour, salt and pepper together in a shallow dish; add chicken and turn to coat. Shake chicken pieces to remove excess flour.
4. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add soy sauce mixture to chicken and cook until sauce thickens and is almost evaporated, about 2 to 3 minutes more.
5. Dip chicken pieces in toasted sesame seeds and serve, drizzled with any additional soy sauce mixture. Yields about 4 strips per serving.

Reviews

[Chef #1534631]

I'm not sure if it was the 5 spice I bought, but my husband came downstairs thinking I was backing some wonderful CINNAMON treat. That's what this sesame chicken smelled and tasted like. Everything else smelled and looked great, but adding that 5 spice totally ruined mine. I should have left it out and just used the sauce without it. SO, smell your spice first, if it smells like something you bake with, you need a different brand. Oh and I have used in the past, I know it gives a nice undertone of seasoning, just not this one I bought. Just an FYI, be careful!

[BenandMatt'smommy]

I really liked the way the chicken came out. It was tender and flavorful. I did think the ginger was a tad bit overpowering, but it could be because I had to omit the five spice powder. Next time I make it, I will double the sauce and lessen the ginger just a tad. My DS LOVED it and DH did not even know he was eating diet food! THANKS!