Description
Enjoy a healthier take on a classic favorite with this Healthy Sesame Chicken recipe. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a delicious homemade sesame sauce, offering a lighter and nutritious twist on traditional sesame chicken. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this dish is easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
2 green onions, chopped
Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, stirring to coat. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is well coated.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve the sesame chicken over cooked rice.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Adjust the amount of honey if you prefer a less sweet sauce.
Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 290 kcal
Keywords: Healthy Sesame Chicken, lighter sesame chicken, homemade sesame chicken, gluten-free sesame chicken, low-calorie chicken recipes