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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Quick & Healthy Sesame Chicken: Flavor-Packed Dinner Delight

Healthy Sesame Chicken is a quick, gluten-free dish packed with protein and rich flavors, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can substitute with boneless chicken thighs or chicken tenders
  • 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil Olive oil or coconut oil can be used as alternatives
Sauce
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos Low-sodium soy sauce is a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon honey Maple syrup or agave syrup can work
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil Avoid substituting with regular sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Use 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated) for a brighter taste
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Can be omitted or replaced with extra coconut aminos
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest Can be omitted if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Exclude if not desired
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds For garnish
Optional for Serving
  • 2 cups cooked green beans Can swap for broccoli or bell peppers
  • 1 cup cooked white rice Consider brown rice or cauliflower rice for lower-carb option

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. Start by cutting the chicken into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
  2. Cook the rice and green beans according to package instructions.
  3. Heat avocado oil in a skillet, add chicken, and sauté for 10-12 minutes.
  4. Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, toss with sauce, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs before serving or experiment with proteins like shrimp or tofu.

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