Scallion and Sesame Oil Chicken
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Scallion and Sesame Oil Chicken

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Easy
person 4 servings
Scallion and Sesame Oil Chicken

About This Recipe

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of these buttery sesame chicken thighs—a dish that’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with aromatic goodness. Marinated in a blend of cooking wine, salt, sugar, and pepper, then infused with scallion and sesame oil, the chicken develops deep, umami notes. Pan-fried in golden butter for a luxurious crispness and repeatedly basted with nutty sesame oil, each bite is irresistibly juicy and flavorful. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh scallion flowers and a quick microwave heat to lock in the aroma, this dish is a perfect balance of simplicity and decadence. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, these buttery sesame chicken thighs will become a family favorite!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • chicken thighs 200g
The aromatics
  • scallion 2 stalks
The sauce & seasonings
  • butter 25g
  • sesame oil 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Marinate chicken thighs with cooking wine, salt, sugar, and pepper powder, along with 1 stalk of scallion and sesame oil for 30 minutes.
2
Step 2
Pan-fry with half a block of butter until both sides are golden brown, adding sesame oil multiple times.
3
Step 3
Sprinkle with scallion flowers and heat in the microwave for 10 minutes, or until the aroma is released.

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