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High Protein Sesame Chicken

High Protein Sesame Chicken: Your New Quick Dinner Favorite

This High Protein Sesame Chicken recipe is a game-changer, beautifully marrying sweet and savory flavors in a single pan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.25 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.75 tbsp Avocado Oil perfect for frying due to its high smoke point
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Coconut Aminos delivers umami flavor with lower sodium than soy sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp Honey adds sweetness and helps form a glaze
  • 1.25 tbsp Sesame Oil introduces a nutty aroma and flavor
  • 0.75 tsp Ginger freshly grated for a spicy hint
  • 1 tbsp Garlic minced for extra punch of flavor
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar for a splash of acidity
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper adds a touch of heat
  • 1 tsp Lime Zest brightens the dish
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice for additional acidity
  • 1/8 tsp Red Pepper Flakes for extra spice
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Green Beans trimmed and snapped into 2-inch pieces
For Serving
  • 1 cup White Rice for a filling base
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds sprinkled on top for added crunch

Equipment

  • skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes, trim green beans, and mince garlic and ginger. Organize in separate bowls.
  2. Prepare white rice according to package instructions.
  3. Whisk together sauce ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside.
  4. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook chicken in batches until golden brown and fully cooked.
  6. Add garlic and ginger to the skillet, allowing them to bloom.
  7. Pour sauce over the chicken and cook until thick and glossy.
  8. Add green beans and toss with chicken and sauce.
  9. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the dish before serving.
  10. Serve warm over cooked white rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and versatile for ingredient swaps.

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