Baked Sesame Chicken with Spicy Peanut Noodles
Prep Time: 30 minutes mins
Cook Time: 30 minutes mins
Total Time: 1 hour hr
This baked sesame chicken with spicy peanut noodles is jam packed with flavor. The baked sesame chicken is crispy on the outside and tender in the center.
Get Ready
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set it aside.
Dice the shallots, thinly slice the garlic, peel and mince the ginger and slice the sweet red peppers. Set everything aside.
Make the Chicken
Add two whisked eggs to one plate. On a second plate combine sesame seeds and panko breadcrumbs. Make sure the sesame breadcrumb mixture is well combined.
Next, season your chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper. Dredge them through the whisked egg, followed by the sesame panko breadcrumb mixture. Make sure they are well coated. Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking tray and bake for 20-22 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Make the Spicy Peanut Sauce
Combine Skippy peanut butter, low sodium soy sauce, sriracha, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil and warm water in a mixing bowl Whisk until well combined and creamy. Set aside.
Make the Dish
Heat avocado oil over medium high heat in a large non-sick skillet. Once hot, add the diced shallots, thinly sliced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté for a few minutes until the onions begin to soften and the garlic / ginger are fragrant. Add the sliced sweet red peppers and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté.
Next, add the drained rice noodles and spicy peanut sauce. Add the reserved noodle water and simmer until well combined. Stir frequently to ensure the noodles are well coated in the sauce.
Assemble the Dish
Add the spicy peanut noodles to the bottom of a bowl. Top with sliced sesame chicken and desired garnishes. I used chili oil, lime wedges, cilantro, sliced scallions, and finely chopped peanuts. Serve hot and enjoy.
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 617kcal, Carbohydrates: 69g, Protein: 32g, Fat: 25g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 11g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 91mg, Sodium: 984mg, Potassium: 744mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 16g, Vitamin A: 552IU, Vitamin C: 26mg, Calcium: 153mg, Iron: 3mg
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 617