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Healthy Sesame Chicken Recipe

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This Healthy Sesame Chicken recipe features tender chicken breast cubes cooked in a flavorful, light sauce made from coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, and fresh lime zest and juice. The dish is garnished with toasted sesame seeds and pairs perfectly with cooked green beans and white rice for a balanced, delicious meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest (zest of one lime)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (juice of one lime)

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted for garnish

Optional Serving

  • 2 cups cooked green beans
  • 1 cup cooked white rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and a tender texture.
  2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, warm 1/2 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers, which will prevent sticking and add a subtle flavor.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the hot oil and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned on all sides.
  4. Make the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, in a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice until well combined.
  5. Add the Sauce to the Chicken: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet and stir to coat all the pieces evenly. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken slightly and let the flavors meld together.
  6. Toast the Sesame Seeds: In a dry small pan over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Transfer the chicken to serving plates, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and serve hot alongside cooked green beans and white rice if desired.

Notes

  • To keep this dish gluten free, make sure your coconut aminos and rice vinegar are certified gluten free.
  • You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan version, but flavor will differ slightly.
  • Use fresh lime zest and juice for the best vibrant citrus flavor in the sauce.
  • The avocado oil has a high smoke point making it perfect for sautéing chicken evenly without burning.
  • Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size of chicken cubes and heat level.
  • To increase fiber, serve with brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice.

Find it online: https://amandafood.com/healthy-sesame-chicken-recipe/