Healthy Sesame Chicken in 25 Minutes: Guilt-Free Yum!
Enjoy a healthy twist on a favorite with this Healthy Sesame Chicken, offering rich flavors without the guilt.
Equipment
- large pan
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp Avocado Oil Can be replaced with olive or coconut oil
- 1/4 cup Coconut Aminos Low-sodium soy sauce can be used as a substitute
- 2 tbsp Honey Use maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Essential for rich sesame flavor
- 1 tbsp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can substitute at a 2:1 ratio
- 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced garlic can save preparation time
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Optional; can increase coconut aminos if omitted
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Standard black pepper works perfectly
- 1 tsp Lime Zest Can be omitted if not a fan
- 1 tbsp Lime Juice Enhances freshness
For Serving
- 2 cups Cooked Green Beans Feel free to swap for your favorite veggies
- 2 cups Cooked White Rice Cauliflower rice can be used as an alternative
- 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds Optional garnish
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Begin by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Ensure they are uniform for even cooking. Start cooking your rice and green beans according to package instructions.
- In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium-high heat for about 1 minute until shimmering.
- Add the chicken cubes to the hot pan and sauté for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the same hot pan and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring continuously until it thickens.
- Return the chicken to the pan, tossing it in the sauce to coat evenly, and cook together for another 2 minutes.
- Serve your Healthy Sesame Chicken over a bed of fluffy white rice or cooked green beans, and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Enjoy fresh for up to 2 hours at room temperature or refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months and reheat as needed.