Description
This Healthy Sesame Chicken is quick, nutritious, and delicious, perfect for a family dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 tsp fresh grated ginger)
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
- 1 cup cooked white rice (or cauliflower rice)
- 2 cups cooked green beans (or broccoli)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Chop the boneless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes, ensuring consistent sizes for even cooking. Simultaneously, cook your choice of rice (white or cauliflower rice) and steam or boil the green beans until tender, following package directions if you’re using frozen veggies.
- In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Once it’s shimmering, add the cubed chicken in a single layer. Sauté the chicken for about 10 to 12 minutes, tossing occasionally until all sides are browned and the chicken is cooked through.
- In the same skillet (there’s no need to clean it), combine the coconut aminos (or soy sauce), honey (or maple syrup), toasted sesame oil, ground or fresh ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, lime zest, lime juice, and black pepper. Whisk everything together until fully combined and smooth. Cook this mixture over medium-high heat for about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly until it begins to bubble and thicken slightly.
- Once the sauce has thickened, carefully return the sautéed chicken to the pan. Toss everything together, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce. Allow it to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- To serve, plate the flavorful chicken over a bed of cooked rice and alongside your green beans (or broccoli). Garnish it all with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an added touch of flavor and texture.
Notes
This dish is customizable to fit dietary restrictions — substitute for gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 calories
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Protein: 30 g