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Sesame Chicken

Savor Homemade Sesame Chicken: Healthy & Guilt-Free Delight

Enjoy this Healthy Sesame Chicken, a quick, guilt-free take on a classic that's full of flavor and 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: American, Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil Can substitute with olive or coconut oil
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Coconut aminos Or low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup works as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil Essential for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Fresh ginger can be used for brighter taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Can replace with a splash of coconut aminos
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon Lime zest Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Healthy sesame seeds For garnish
  • 2 cups Green beans Or try broccoli or snap peas
  • 2 cups White rice Cauliflower rice for low-carb option

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Sesame Chicken
  1. Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Cook white rice and green beans according to package instructions; set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add cubed chicken to the pan, sauté for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Whisk together coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and rice vinegar in a bowl.
  5. Remove cooked chicken from skillet and set aside in a bowl.
  6. Pour sauce mixture into skillet, bring to a gentle boil, stirring for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, toss in the sauce until well-coated, continue on low heat.
  8. Serve chicken over rice, add green beans, sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle lime juice on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently to maintain juiciness.

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