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High Protein Sesame Chicken

High Protein Sesame Chicken brings bold flavor and protein for families

  • Author: Jordan Reed
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Discover a quick, high‑protein Asian‑inspired dinner with this Sesame Chicken recipe. Tender chicken bites are marinated in soy, sesame oil, honey, garlic and ginger, then lightly coated with cornstarch and cooked to a glossy finish. Toasted sesame seeds add crunch, while green onions provide fresh bite. Serve over rice or quinoa for a balanced meal that packs flavor and protein, perfect for meal‑prep, busy weeknights, and fitness‑focused diets. Taste sesame flavor and silky bite in each very mo

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite‑sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Cooked rice or quinoa for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch until smooth; add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a large non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat and add the marinated chicken in a single layer; cook 5‑7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
  3. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the chicken and continue cooking for 2 more minutes, allowing the seeds to toast lightly.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in sliced green onions, and serve immediately over cooked rice or quinoa.

Notes

  • For a gluten‑free version
  • substitute soy sauce with tamari. Adjust honey to lower sugar content if desired.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir‑fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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