Sesame Chicken
This Sesame Chicken packs 52g protein and 758 calories per serving — one of the highest-protein chicken options for serious lifters. Quick prep yields 4 servings on the stovetop, making it a go-to for anyone hitting 200g+ daily protein targets. The complete amino acid load supports muscle protein synthesis on training days.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •1 teaspoon sea salt
- •Egg, Whole, Large(100g)
- •Cornstarch(120g)
- •Flour, All-Purpose, White(120g)
- •Vegetable oil
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(120g)
- •Vinegar, Rice(15g)
- •Vegetable oil(15g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(15g)
- •Honey(45g)
- •Brown sugar(45g)
- •Chili Paste, Sambal Oelek(5g)
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(5g)
- •Cornstarch(23g)
- •Rice, White, Long-Grain
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Sesame seeds(30g)
Instructions
- 1Season the chicken all over with the salt.
- 2In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the cornstarch and flour. Working with one piece at a time, dip the chicken into the egg and turn to coat. Allow the excess egg to drip off, then dip the chicken into the flour mixture, gently pressing to adhere.
- 3Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of a large, heavy pot. Add the vegetable oil to the pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil reaches 325°F, carefully add the chicken to the hot oil, 8 to 10 pieces at a time, and cook until golden brown and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 5 minutes.
- 4Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, brown sugar, and Sambal.
- 5Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the sauce to the pan and bring to a simmer.
- 6In a second small bowl, combine the cornstarch with ½ cup cold water and mix until smooth. Add the slurry to the sauce and cook, stirring, until the sauce has thickened, about 2 minutes more.
- 7Add the fried chicken to the sauce and cook, stirring, until coated with sauce and warmed through, about 2 minutes.
- 8Divide the rice between bowls. Top with the chicken and any remaining sauce. Garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Nutrition — Per Serving
758
calories
52g
protein
19g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 95g
- Saturated fat
- 3.5g
- Sodium
- 1220 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.2g
4 servings per batch · ~380g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Sesame Chicken have per serving?
Each serving delivers 52g of protein and 758 calories with 19g fat and 95g carbs. This is one of the highest protein counts in the sesame recipe lineup while maintaining substantial carbohydrate content.
How long does Sesame Chicken take to prep?
This recipe is marked as quick prep and makes 4 servings in a single stovetop session. You're getting four complete meals prepped at once, which spreads minimal active time across your entire week's dinners.
Is Sesame Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 52g protein and 758 calories per serving, this recipe is designed for muscle gain phases where carbohydrate intake supports training recovery and performance. The 95g carbs post-workout will replenish glycogen alongside the high protein dose.
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