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Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce
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Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.9 (52 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 26g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 440 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1 cup crushed buttery round
  • cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless
  • chicken breast halves
  • SAUCE:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C)

Step 2: Technique & Execution

In a shallow plate or bowl combine 1 cup mayonnaise, onion and mustard

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Mix together and set aside

Step 4: Technique & Execution

In a separate shallow plate or bowl combine the cracker crumbs and sesame seeds

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Cut chicken lengthwise into 1/4 inch strips

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Dip chicken strips in mayonnaise mixture, then in sesame mixture to coat

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories440 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein26gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates24gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat16gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce

This chef-curated Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.9 from 52 votes
Sesame Chicken Strips With Sweet Sauce
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories22% DV
440 kcal
Protein52% DV
26g
Fat21% DV
16g
Carbs9% DV
24g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

SAUCE

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Chicken breastTurkey breast or extra-firm tofu (1:1 ratio)
Dino kale/greensBaby spinach or Swiss chard (cooks faster, add at the end)

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C)

2

Technique & Execution: In a shallow plate or bowl combine 1 cup mayonnaise, onion and mustard

3

Technique & Execution: Mix together and set aside

4

Technique & Execution: In a separate shallow plate or bowl combine the cracker crumbs and sesame seeds

5

Technique & Execution: Cut chicken lengthwise into 1/4 inch strips

6

Technique & Execution: Dip chicken strips in mayonnaise mixture, then in sesame mixture to coat

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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