Meat - Chicken with sesame and rosemary chips. by Ilinca E. - Recipia
Delicious Recipe for Sesame Chicken and Rosemary Potato Chips

If you're looking for a quick, tasty, and impressive recipe, you've come to the right place! Sesame chicken and rosemary potato chips are the perfect choice for a savory dinner or for moments of culinary indulgence. This dish will not only delight you with its aroma but will also become a family favorite. Let’s dive into this culinary adventure!

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

For the chicken:
- 300 g chicken breast
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Pepper to taste
- 100 g sesame seeds
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2-3 fresh basil leaves
- 300 ml oil (for frying)

For the potato chips:
- 2 large potatoes
- ½ teaspoon dried or fresh rosemary
- Salt to taste
- 150 ml oil (for frying)

For the sauce:
- 100 ml sour cream
- 2 garlic cloves (crushed)

Preparing the sesame chicken

1. Preparing the chicken: Start by washing the chicken breast thoroughly, then cut it into thin strips. It’s important to have uniform strips so they cook evenly.

2. Marinating the chicken: Place the chicken strips in a bowl and add the 2 crushed garlic cloves, pepper, and soy sauce. Mix well to ensure each piece of chicken is coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 10 minutes. Here’s a helpful tip: soy sauce is salty, so don’t add extra salt!

3. Preparing the batter: In another bowl, beat the egg and add the mustard, flour, a pinch of salt and pepper, and finely chopped basil. Gradually add water while stirring constantly until you achieve a consistency similar to that of sour cream.

4. Coating the chicken in batter and sesame: On a plate, place the sesame seeds. Take the marinated chicken strips, dip them in the batter, and then coat them in sesame, making sure they are well covered.

5. Frying the chicken: Heat 300 ml of oil in a deep pan. When the oil is hot, add the sesame-coated chicken strips. Fry them for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden and crispy. Remove them onto a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

Preparing the potato chips

1. Preparing the potatoes: Wash the potatoes well, peel them, and rinse them again. Slice them very thinly, ideally with a sharp knife or a mandoline to achieve perfectly uniform slices.

2. Frying the potatoes: Heat 150 ml of oil in a separate pan. When the oil is hot, add the potato slices. Fry them until they turn golden yellow, about 4-5 minutes. Remove them onto a paper towel and sprinkle salt and rosemary over them while they are still warm.

Preparing the sauce

1. Sour cream sauce: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream with the 2 crushed garlic cloves. Mix well and adjust the taste with salt and pepper if necessary.

Plating the dish

On a large plate, arrange the crispy chicken, the potato chips, and drizzle the sour cream sauce in thin streams over the chicken. You can garnish with a few fresh basil leaves for an extra pop of color and flavor.

Serving suggestions and variations

This dish pairs perfectly with a fresh vegetable salad or a side of basmati rice. You can also experiment with different sauces, such as a honey soy sauce or a spicy chili sauce for an added kick.

Calories and nutritional benefits

This recipe is an excellent source of protein thanks to the chicken breast, while sesame seeds provide calcium and essential fatty acids. Although delicious, fried potato slices should be consumed in moderation as they have a higher calorie content. On average, one serving contains about 700-800 calories, but of course, it all depends on the exact quantities used.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use another type of meat?
Yes, you can replace the chicken breast with turkey or even tofu for a vegetarian option.

How can I make the chips healthier?
You can bake the potato slices in the oven with a little olive oil and spices to reduce the fat content.

Can it be prepared in advance?
The chicken can be marinated a few hours ahead to enhance the flavors, and the chips can even be made a day in advance, but it’s recommended to consume them fresh to maintain their crispiness.

What’s the secret to perfectly crispy chicken?
Make sure the oil is well heated before you start frying, and the chicken strips should be well coated with batter and sesame.

I wish you great success in making this dish! Every bite will be an explosion of flavors and textures, perfect for impressing family and friends. Enjoy your meal!
Meat - Chicken with sesame and rosemary chips. by Ilinca E. - Recipia

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