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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Irresistible Healthy Sesame Chicken for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Discover how to make Healthy Sesame Chicken that’s quick, delicious, and nutritious – a guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ tablespoon avocado oil for sautéing
For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos healthy alternative to soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey natural sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
Optional for Serving
  • 2 cups cooked green beans full of nutrients
  • 2 cups cooked white rice base for the chicken

Equipment

  • large non-stick pan
  • medium bowl
  • slotted spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Cook 2 cups of white rice and 2 cups of green beans according to their package instructions.
  2. In a large non-stick pan, heat ½ tablespoon of avocado oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the cubed chicken and sauté for 10-12 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Whisk together in a medium bowl: ¼ cup coconut aminos, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon lime zest, and 1 tablespoon lime juice until combined.
  4. Remove cooked chicken from the pan using a slotted spatula. Set aside on a plate.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the hot pan, cook on medium-high for 3-5 minutes, stirring consistently until it thickens.
  6. Return the sautéed chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the sauce, heating through for another minute.
  7. Serve the Healthy Sesame Chicken over a bed of cooked rice, paired with green beans, and garnish with 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken pieces are cut uniformly for even cooking. Customize ingredients as desired.

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