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A vibrant plate of sesame chicken featuring golden-brown pieces glazed with a glossy sesame sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, plated on a white dish with a colorful background.

Healthy Sesame Chicken Delight

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A quick and healthy sesame chicken recipe featuring tender chicken pieces tossed in a savory sesame sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for added flavor.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  4. Pour the sauce over cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Optional: Add cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the dish before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh ginger for a more vibrant flavor.
  • Adjust honey to taste for sweeter or less sweet sauce.
  • Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 330 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg