Easy Sesame Chicken: A Healthy Twist on a Classic Favorite
Discover a healthier version of sesame chicken that’s just as delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger to create the marinade.
- Add the diced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken until it’s golden brown and cooked through.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions on top before serving.
Notes
- Serve with steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
- Add more sesame seeds for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Easy Sesame Chicken, Healthy Chicken Recipe, Quick Dinner