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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Delicious Healthy Sesame Chicken in Just 25 Minutes!

This Healthy Sesame Chicken recipe is a quick, protein-packed dish that transforms your evening meals with its rich sesame flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with boneless chicken thighs for more moisture.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Aminos Use low sodium soy sauce for a direct substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Essential for that deep sesame flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger Use fresh for best taste or ½ teaspoon of dried.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for optimal flavor infusion.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can be omitted or replaced with more coconut aminos.
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest Omit if lime flavor is undesired.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances overall flavor.
For Garnish and Sides
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • 1 cup Cooked Green Beans Substitute with broccoli or other veggies.
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice Swap with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
  2. While prepping your chicken, start cooking the rice and green beans according to package directions.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Carefully add the cubed chicken to the hot pan and sauté for about 10–12 minutes.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice.
  6. Return the skillet to medium heat, then pour the sauce mixture into the hot pan.
  7. Once the sauce has thickened, add the sautéed chicken back into the pan.
  8. Serve the Healthy Sesame Chicken over the cooked rice and alongside fresh green beans, sprinkling sesame seeds on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 53gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free, low-carb, and meal prep-friendly. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.

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