Description
Healthy Sesame Chicken is a deliciously nutritious twist on a classic favorite, featuring tender chicken coated in a savory sesame sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a delightful balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a wholesome meal that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Add chicken to the marinade and let soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Sauté the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour any leftover marinade into the skillet and simmer on low until slightly thickened.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg