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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Healthy Sesame Chicken

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Healthy Sesame Chicken is a flavorful and nutritious alternative to takeout that you can whip up in just 35 minutes. This dish features tender chicken cubes simmered in a delicious sesame sauce made with coconut aminos, honey, and toasted sesame oil. Packed with protein and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Whether served over rice or alongside your favorite greens, this Healthy Sesame Chicken will impress family and friends while keeping your meal light and wholesome.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 2 cups cooked green beans
  • 1 cup cooked white rice

Instructions

  1. Begin by cutting the chicken into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 1 minute. Add the cubed chicken and sauté until browned on all sides (about 10-12 minutes).
  3. While the chicken cooks, whisk together coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice in a bowl until well combined.
  4. Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the skillet. Pour the sauce mixture into the same hot pan and cook for 3-5 minutes until bubbling.
  5. Add the cooked chicken back into the pan and toss to coat with the sauce.
  6. Serve over cooked rice with green beans on the side and garnish with sesame seeds.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 610mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg