Healthy Sesame Chicken (Print)
Protein-packed Asian-inspired chicken with honey-sesame sauce, ready in 35 minutes and healthier than takeout!
# Ingredients:
→ Main Protein
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450g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5cm cubes
→ Cooking Oil
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7ml avocado oil
→ Sauce
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60ml coconut aminos
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15ml honey
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15ml toasted sesame oil
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2g ground ginger
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15g minced garlic cloves
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30ml rice vinegar
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1g black pepper
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5g lime zest
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15ml lime juice
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15g sesame seeds for garnish
→ Serving Options
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200g cooked green beans
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200g cooked white rice
# Directions:
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Cut chicken breasts into 2.5cm cubes. Prepare white rice and green beans according to preferred cooking methods.
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Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add chicken cubes and sauté until golden brown on all sides, approximately 10-12 minutes.
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While chicken is cooking, whisk together coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl.
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Once chicken is fully cooked, transfer to a clean plate and set aside.
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Pour sauce mixture into the hot pan without cleaning it. Cook for 3-5 minutes over medium-high heat until bubbling, stirring continuously. Allow sauce to thicken but monitor closely to prevent burning.
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Return cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat thoroughly in the thickened sauce.
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Plate sesame chicken over cooked rice alongside green beans. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
# Notes:
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Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts for a juicier result.
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Olive oil or refined coconut oil work well in place of avocado oil.
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Broccoli or other vegetables can replace green beans based on preference.
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Low sodium soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos can substitute for coconut aminos.
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If fresh ginger is unavailable, use 1/2 teaspoon of dried ground ginger.