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Asian High Protein Sesame Chicken

A delicious and nutritious dish combining tender chicken breast with rich flavors from sesame oil and soy sauce, perfect for boosting your protein intake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2 tbsp Sesame oil For marinating.
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Adjust for low sodium if desired.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Adjust for sweetness preference.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Grated.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds For garnish.
  • 2 Green onions Chopped, for garnish.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Cut into florets.
  • 2 cups Rice or quinoa To serve.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix together sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  3. Marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through.
  2. Add broccoli and stir-fry until tender.
Serving
  1. Serve over cooked rice or quinoa, and top with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for about an hour. Add more vegetables for nutrition and color. Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content. Leftovers can be stored for up to three days in the refrigerator or frozen for three months.