Description
Healthy Sesame Chicken offers tender chicken in a savory sesame sauce that’s flavorful and nutritious. This quick, 25-minute recipe is a lighter, better-than-takeout meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (zest of one lime)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (juice of one lime)
For Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the cubed chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Thicken the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, pour in the sauce mixture and bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and begins to pull away from the pan.
- Combine and Serve:
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve hot over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or alongside your favorite vegetables.
Notes
- Vegetable Additions: Add steamed broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Protein Alternatives: Substitute chicken with shrimp, tofu, or tempeh for a different protein option.
- Spice Level: Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
