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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Healthy Sesame Chicken for a Quick Weeknight Win

This Healthy Sesame Chicken is a quick, gluten-free dinner option packed with flavor and nourishing ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil Substitute with olive or coconut oil if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut aminos Adjust with low-sodium soy sauce if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Swap with maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Toasted sesame oil Integral for authentic sesame flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Fresh ginger can be used (1 tsp, grated).
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar Can be omitted or replaced with more coconut aminos.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Lime zest Feel free to omit if you prefer a simpler taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice
For the Garnish and Sides
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
  • 2 cups Green beans Substitute with broccoli or another favorite vegetable.
  • 4 cups Cooked white rice Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.

Equipment

  • Large pan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and prepare the rice and green beans according to package instructions.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium-high heat for about 1 minute. Add cubed chicken and sauté for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
  4. Remove cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.
  5. Pour the sauce into the hot pan and cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring continuously.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan, coating it in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve over rice, with green beans on the side, and garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is quick to prepare and can be customized with different proteins or vegetables for variety.

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