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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Quick and Easy Healthy Sesame Chicken for Any Night

This Healthy Sesame Chicken is a guilt-free, protein-packed take on a favorite, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into cubes for even cooking.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil A healthy fat for sautéing.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Aminos Soy sauce alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Natural sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Aromatic warmth.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Adds acidity.
  • 1 dash Black Pepper To taste.
  • 1 lime Lime Zest and Juice Adjust to taste.
For Garnish and Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • 2 cups Cooked Green Beans For side.
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice Base for the dish.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Sesame Chicken
  1. Prepare the chicken by cutting it into 1-inch cubes. Cook the rice and steam or sauté green beans for 4-5 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the cubed chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Sauté for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Whisk together coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and black pepper to prepare the sauce.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until it thickens.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat it in the sauce, cooking for 2 more minutes.
  8. Serve the chicken over rice with green beans and garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, consider making the sauce ahead of time. Adjust sweetness based on your preference.

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