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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Irresistibly Juicy Healthy Sesame Chicken in 25 Minutes!

A quick, delightful, and healthy take on sesame chicken, perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pan

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for juicier bites

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive/coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup Coconut Aminos or low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil do not use regular sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger or fresh grated ginger
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can be omitted or replaced
  • to taste Black Pepper customize amount
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice

For the Vegetables

  • 2 cups Green Beans or your favorite veggies

For Serving

  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice or cauliflower rice
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cut the boneless skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
  • Cook the rice and green beans according to package directions.

Cooking

  • Heat avocado oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken cubes and sauté for 10-12 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  • While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and set aside.
  • Pour the sauce mixture into the hot pan, cooking until it bubbles and thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the thickened sauce.
  • Plate the Healthy Sesame Chicken over the cooked rice and green beans. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs or sliced green onions for an extra pop of freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Gluten-Free, Healthy Recipes, Healthy Sesame Chicken, Low-Carb, quick meals, weeknight dinner
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