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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Healthy Sesame Chicken: A Quick & Tasty Takeout Twist

Healthy Sesame Chicken is a quick, protein-packed, gluten-free dinner option that delivers fantastic flavor without the guilt.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil can be substituted with olive oil or refined coconut oil
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil do not swap with regular sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger or fresh grated ginger
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice optional
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds
For the Sides
  • 2 cups Cooked Green Beans or broccoli or snap peas
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice or quinoa or cauliflower rice

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Sesame Chicken
  1. Begin by cutting the boneless skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Cook white rice and green beans according to package instructions.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.
  4. Add the chicken cubes to the skillet and sauté for about 10 to 12 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Whisk together coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and black pepper.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside.
  7. Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the same skillet and simmer for about 3 to 5 minutes.
  8. Add the sautéed chicken back into the pan, stirring to coat with the sauce.
  9. Serve the Healthy Sesame Chicken immediately over cooked white rice and alongside green beans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and ginger. You can double the sauce if you love extra sauce.

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