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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Quick & Tasty Healthy Sesame Chicken You’ll Love to Make

Make a quick and satisfying Healthy Sesame Chicken that is both gluten-free and low-carb.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 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 Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can substitute with olive or coconut oil
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Aminos Substitute with low sodium soy sauce if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup works as a vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Do not substitute with regular sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh grated ginger can enhance flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can be omitted in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Optional
For Garnish and Sides
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • 2 cups Green Beans Optional side
  • 2 cups White Rice Can substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.
  2. In a non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and season them with black pepper. Sauté for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture into the same hot pan used for the chicken. Cook for 3-5 minutes until it thickens. Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Plate the Healthy Sesame Chicken over cooked white rice. Add green beans on the side and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain tenderness.

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