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A vibrant plate of sesame chicken served with steamed vegetables and rice, showcasing a glossy, flavorful sauce with sesame seeds sprinkled on top.

Quick & Flavorful Healthy Sesame Chicken: Your Go-To Weeknight Meal

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Quick & Flavorful Healthy Sesame Chicken is a nutritious weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sesame sauce. Perfect for busy schedules, this recipe combines health benefits with bold flavors, making it an ideal choice for a quick, wholesome meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 cup broccoli florets or mixed vegetables
  • Optional: sliced green onions and red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken pieces in soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining oil and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add vegetables and cook until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil to make the sauce. Pour into the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sesame sauce.
  7. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or cauliflower rice.

Notes

  • Use skinless chicken for lower fat content.
  • Marinate briefly to enhance flavor and tenderness.
  • Adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup as preferred.
  • Toast sesame seeds beforehand for a richer nutty flavor.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Healthy, Low-Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 340 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg