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Healthy Sesame Chicken
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15-Minute Healthy Sesame Chicken Recipe

This 15-Minute Healthy Sesame Chicken is your perfect quick-fix dinner! Tender chicken bites, coated in a sweet and savory sesame sauce, deliver bold flavors without the guilt. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s wholesome, flavorful, and completely customizable to your tastes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey or substitute with maple syrup or agave
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or additional sesame oil for cooking
Optional Add-Ins:
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup snap peas
  • 1 bell pepper sliced

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch (if using). Set aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Add Optional Vegetables: In the same pan, sauté broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Combine and Toss: Return the chicken to the pan. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring gently to coat. Let the sauce simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the sesame chicken over steamed rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a fresh finish.

Notes

  • For a Thicker Sauce: Use cornstarch as directed, or let the sauce simmer longer to reduce naturally.
  • Spice It Up: Add a pinch of chili flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the sauce for extra heat.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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