Skinny Sesame Chicken: A Deliciously Healthy Twist on a Classic
This Skinny Sesame Chicken recipe offers a lighter version of the classic dish without sacrificing flavor, perfect for a healthy family meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low-Calorie
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- In a bowl, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
- Add the diced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until it is golden brown and fully cooked.
- Add the broccoli and carrots, stir-frying for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and vegetables before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve over brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: Skinny Sesame Chicken, healthy twist, chicken recipe