HIGH PROTEIN SESAME CHICKEN
This High Protein Sesame Chicken is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken, a savory sesame sauce, and fresh vegetables. It's perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- chicken breast boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- cornstarch 2 tablespoons
- vegetable oil
- sesame oil
- garlic cloves, minced
- fresh ginger 1 tablespoon, grated
- soy sauce low-sodium
- rice vinegar
- hoisin sauce
- honey
- sesame seeds
- broccoli florets 1 cup
- red bell pepper thinly sliced
- snap peas
- green onion chopped; ¼ cup
- brown rice cooked, or quinoa, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with the cornstarch until evenly coated.
Cook the Chicken:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, and honey. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Cook the Vegetables:
- Add the broccoli florets, sliced red bell pepper, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
Combine Everything:
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat it with the sauce and vegetables.
- Sprinkle the sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top.
Serve:
- Serve the high protein sesame chicken over cooked brown rice or quinoa for a complete and balanced meal.
Notes
- Protein Variations: You can use tofu or shrimp instead of chicken for a different source of protein.
- Vegetable Additions: Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, or bok choy for added nutrition and variety.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free soy sauce and hoisin sauce to make this dish gluten-free.
- Make-Ahead: The chicken can be marinated ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Cook just before serving.
- Leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
- Protein Variations: You can use tofu or shrimp instead of chicken for a different source of protein.
- Vegetable Additions: Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, or bok choy for added nutrition and variety.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free soy sauce and hoisin sauce to make this dish gluten-free.
- Make-Ahead: The chicken can be marinated ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Cook just before serving.
- Leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.