Description
This Healthy Sesame Chicken with Green Beans and Rice is a flavorful and nutritious twist on traditional sesame chicken. Made with lean chicken breast, a tangy sesame garlic sauce, and steamed green beans, this quick dish is low-carb, gluten-free, and perfect for a busy weeknight. The addition of coconut aminos and lime adds richness to every bite, making this meal both satisfying and wholesome.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- For the Rice:
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- For the Green Beans:
- 2 cups, steamed
- For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (from 1 lime)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
Heat ½ tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken cubes and sauté for 10-12 minutes, cooking until browned on all sides. - Prepare the Sauce:
While the chicken cooks, whisk together the coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl. - Combine Sauce and Chicken:
Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the pan and set it aside. Pour the prepared sauce into the same skillet and cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. - Add Chicken to Sauce:
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss it in the sauce until it’s fully coated. - Serve:
Divide the cooked rice and steamed green beans onto plates. Top with the sesame chicken and garnish with sesame seeds.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, swap the chicken with tofu or tempeh.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce for a spicy version.
- Low-carb option: Serve the chicken and sauce over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
