Description
This Healthy Sesame Chicken recipe offers a flavorful, guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Tender cubes of chicken breast are sautéed in avocado oil and tossed in a savory, slightly sweet sauce made with coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, and fresh lime, creating a balanced and aromatic dish. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and optionally served with green beans and white rice, this dish is perfect for a quick, nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil
Sauce
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (zest of one lime)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (juice of one lime)
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Optional for Serving
- 2 cups cooked green beans
- 1 cup cooked white rice
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes, ensuring even sizing for consistent cooking.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or pan, heat 1/2 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Make the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, in a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup coconut aminos, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon lime zest, and 1 tablespoon lime juice until well combined.
- Toss Chicken in Sauce: Once the chicken is cooked, pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the skillet. Stir to coat all pieces evenly, allowing the sauce to warm and thicken slightly for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish. Serve hot with optional cooked green beans and white rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use avocado oil as it has a high smoke point and is a healthy fat option.
- If coconut aminos are unavailable, low-sodium soy sauce can be substituted, though it will alter the flavor slightly.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet sauce.
- For extra crunch, toast the sesame seeds lightly before garnishing.
- Green beans and white rice are optional but add a balanced vegetable and carbohydrate component to the meal.
Keywords: Healthy sesame chicken, low fat chicken recipe, coconut aminos chicken, quick Asian chicken dinner