Crispy Sesame Glazed Chicken

Crispy Sesame Glazed Chicken

45 mins
medium
4 servings

A flavorful and healthy take on classic sesame chicken, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This recipe uses lean chicken breast and a delicious honey-tamari glaze.

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Equipment Needed

  • Large bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 3.00 piecesChicken Breast(Cubed into 1-inch pieces)
  • 0.50 cupHoney(For a touch of sweetness)
  • 5.00 tablespoonsTamari(Low-sodium soy sauce alternative)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSesame Oil(For flavor and aroma)
  • 2.00 clovesGarlic(Minced)
  • 4.00 tablespoonsSesame Seeds(For garnish)
  • 2.00 wholeEgg Whites(Lightly beaten)
  • 4.00 tablespoonsCornstarch(For thickening)
  • 2.00 pinchesKosher Salt(Seasoning)
  • 2.00 pinchesBlack Pepper(Seasoning)
  • 0.50 wholeRed Bell Pepper(Diced)
  • 0.50 wholeGreen Bell Pepper(Diced)
  • 1.00 wholeYellow Onion(Diced)
  • 4.00 wholeGreen Onions(Sliced)
  • 3.00 tablespoonsCoconut Oil(Divided)
  • 4.00 servingsRice(White or brown, prepared)

Instructions

1

Whisk together honey, tamari, sesame oil, garlic, and sesame seeds in a bowl.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

3

Whisk egg whites and cornstarch in a separate bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

4

Heat 1 tablespoon coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onions; cook until softened (4-5 minutes).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Add remaining coconut oil to the skillet. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through (5-8 minutes).

Estimated time: 8 minutes

6

Return peppers and onions to the skillet. Stir in green onions and sesame sauce.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Serve over prepared rice.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Garnish with extra sesame seeds, if desired.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes