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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Healthy Sesame Chicken: Your New Quick Dinner Delight!

Healthy Sesame Chicken captures the essence of takeout flavor while being gluten-free and low in carbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into cubes
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Aminos Substitute with low-sodium soy sauce if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Essential for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Use fresh grated ginger for a stronger flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for enhanced flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can be omitted if needed
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
  • 1 whole Lime Juice and zest for freshness
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish
For the Sides
  • 2 cups Green Beans Can swap with broccoli or other veggies
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice Cauliflower rice is a low-carb alternative

Equipment

  • large pan
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Cut chicken into cubes and cook rice and green beans according to package instructions.
  2. Heat the Oil: Heat avocado oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  3. Sauté the Chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the pan and sauté for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Whisk the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients.
  5. Set the Chicken Aside: Remove cooked chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
  6. Cook the Sauce: Pour prepared sauce into the pan and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return chicken to the pan, stirring to coat with sauce.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Serve over rice with green beans and garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 45gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave.

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