Fried Chicken With Caramelized Sesame Carrots And Minty Yogurt Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups plain yogurt
6 stems fresh mint, finely chopped, plus additional for garnish
4 None skin-on boneless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
2 tbsp canola or sunflower oil
2 tbsp sesame seeds
1 1/2 lbs carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise
2 tbsp honey
None None Cayenne pepper, according to taste

Preparation

For the dip, mix the yogurt and mint and season with salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Season the chicken with salt. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 10-12 mins, turning, until cooked through.
Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in a saucepan on medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast for 1-2 mins. Add the carrots and cook for 3 mins. Season with salt. Stir in the honey and cook until caramelized. Cover and cook for 4 mins.
Remove the chicken from the pan and sprinkle with cayenne pepper. Cut into slices and serve with the carrots and yogurt dip. Garnish with additional mint.