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Colorful plate featuring tender sesame chicken glazed with a shiny sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions, vibrant orange and green vegetables surrounding the dish, styled simply on a white plate with a rustic wooden background

Healthy Sesame Chicken Delight

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A simple, healthy sesame chicken recipe featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a savory sesame sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and green onions, served with vegetables for a wholesome meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli or mixed vegetables

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic.
  4. Pour the sauce over chicken in the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top and garnish with chopped scallions if desired.
  6. Serve hot with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
  • For extra flavor, toast sesame seeds before adding to the dish.
  • Can be served over brown rice or cauliflower rice for added health benefits.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Healthy, Low-carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg