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Healthy Sesame Chicken

Healthy Sesame Chicken
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Healthy Sesame Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the bold flavors of Asian cuisine right to your dinner table. This protein-packed, low-carb recipe features tender chicken coated in a rich and savory sauce made with coconut aminos, honey, and toasted sesame oil. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this gluten-free meal is not only quick to prepare but also healthier than your typical takeout option. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside vibrant vegetables for a satisfying and nutritious dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • ½ tablespoon avocado oil
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 cups cooked green beans
  • 1 cup cooked white rice

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Cut chicken into cubes and cook rice and green beans as per package directions.
  2. In a non-stick skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and sauté until browned (about 10–12 minutes).
  3. Meanwhile, whisk together the coconut aminos, honey, toasted sesame oil, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice.
  4. Once chicken is cooked through, remove from skillet. Pour the sauce into the same skillet and cook on medium-high for about 3–5 minutes until bubbling.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it evenly with the sauce. Serve over rice with green beans.

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