These Chicken & Sesame Bites are the perfect make-ahead appetizer that tastes as clever as it is convenient. Lean chunks of chicken are marinated in a soy sauce, lemon juice, and sherry mixture, then quickly sautéed in butter and rolled in nutty toasted sesame seeds for a delicious finish. With most of the prep work done in advance, they’re a go-to favorite for parties or potlucks. Served with toothpicks, they offer a bite-sized burst of flavor that's savory, tangy, and slightly sweet.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sherry
- ¼ cup butter ( or margarine)
- toasted sesame seeds (for coating)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Chicken
- Bone chicken breasts, remove skin, and cut meat into 1-inch pieces. Place in a shallow dish.
Step 2: Marinate
- In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, soy sauce, sugar, and sherry. Pour over chicken. Let stand for half an hour or more (overnight is ideal).
Step 3: Cook Chicken
- In a skillet, sauté marinated chicken in butter for about 5 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden.
Step 4: Coat & Serve
- Dip hot chicken pieces in toasted sesame seeds. Serve with wooden picks.
Tips
- Cut chicken evenly to ensure quick, uniform cooking
- Marinate longer (up to 2 hours) for deeper flavor
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content
- Toast sesame seeds in advance for extra nuttiness
- Serve with toothpicks or small skewers for parties
- Add a pinch of cayenne for subtle heat
- Substitute sherry with dry white wine if needed
- These can be cooked ahead and gently rewarmed
- Great served alongside a simple dipping sauce
Nutrition
Calories: 23kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0.005gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 67mgPotassium: 56mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg