Description
Satisfy your cravings with this vibrant and nourishing Sesame Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and nutty flavors without the inflammatory ingredients found in traditional takeout.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Chicken Breast (cubed)
2 tbsp Avocado Oil
1/2 cup Coconut Aminos
3 tbsp Raw Honey or Maple Syrup
1 tbsp Arrowroot Powder
3 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Pat the chicken cubes dry with a paper towel and toss in a bowl with a pinch of sea salt, black pepper, and half of the arrowroot powder
- In a small glass bowl, combine the coconut aminos, raw honey, toasted sesame oil, and the remaining arrowroot powder and whisk until smooth
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add the chicken in a single layer and let it cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes before flipping
- Reduce the heat to medium and push the chicken to the sides, adding minced garlic and grated ginger to the center. Sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and stir constantly as it begins to bubble and thicke
- Remove from heat and stir in the toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions
Notes
For a vegan version, replace chicken with extra-firm tofu.
Ensure the pan is hot before adding the oil for a crispy exterior.
Store leftovers in an airtight glass container for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg