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A vibrant plate of sesame chicken featuring golden-brown pieces coated in a glossy sesame sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped scallions, styled on a rustic wooden table with colorful vegetables in the background.

Healthy Sesame Chicken for Quick Weeknight Dinners

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A quick and healthy sesame chicken recipe featuring crispy chicken tossed in a savory sesame sauce, topped with toasted sesame seeds and scallions.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • Green onions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to make the sauce.
  2. Toss chicken pieces in cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Notes

  • For added crunch, bake the coated chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes before tossing with the sauce.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Healthy, Low-carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg