Glazed Sesame Chicken

Step 1

Wash the chicken parts well and pat dry on paper towels.

Step 2

In a small saucepan add the soy sauce, water, pepper, brown sugar and sesame oil.

Step 3

Bring to a rolling boil until the sauce resembles the consistency of warm honey. (See video.)

Step 4

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 5

Pour the sauce over the chicken parts and toss well.

Step 6

Place the pieces on a parchment paper lined aluminum baking sheet. Don't crowd the pieces together, leave an inch or two between them to allow for good heat circulation.

Step 7

Bake for about 35-50 minutes depending upon the size of the chicken pieces. wings and drumsticks will be faster than thighs and larger breast pieces.

Step 8

Turn the pieces every 10 minutes and spoon a little of the glaze/sauce from the bowl each time you turn them.

Step 9

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes on the pan before serving with a generous sprinkle of the toasted sesame seeds.