Sesame Chicken Bowl (Printable Version)
Gluten-free sesame chicken that's low in carbs, high in protein, and perfect for a quick bite.
# Ingredients:
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1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, chopped into bite-sized pieces
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1/2 tbsp avocado oil
→ Sauce
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1/4 cup coconut aminos or similar
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1 tbsp honey or preferred sweetener
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1 tablespoon sesame oil (toasted)
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1/2 tsp ground ginger spice
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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2 tbsp rice vinegar, any variety
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1/4 teaspoon fine ground black pepper
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1 tsp finely grated lime skin (zest)
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1 tablespoon lime juice (about one lime)
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1 tbsp sesame seeds for sprinkling
→ Optional for Serving
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2 cups freshly cooked green beans
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1 cup steamed rice (white variety)
# Steps:
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Slice chicken breasts into small cubes. Follow the packaging to cook the green beans and rice.
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Pour avocado oil into a heated pan over medium-high. Toss in the chicken and stir it until all sides are golden, about 10 to 12 minutes.
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While waiting on the chicken, combine coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, ground ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, pepper, lime zest, and lime juice in a mixing bowl. Give it a good stir.
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When the chicken's done, take it out of the pan and put it aside. Pour your sauce into the same pan—don’t wash it—and cook on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce bubbles and thickens.
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Put the chicken back into the pan and stir it around until it’s covered fully with the sauce.
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Serve the chicken on a plate with white rice and green beans. Scatter sesame seeds on top for a final touch.
# Notes:
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Use chicken thighs if that's more your taste.
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Swap avocado oil with olive oil or coconut oil, depending on what you’ve got.
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Green beans can be swapped for broccoli or other favorite vegetables.
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No coconut aminos? Use either soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos instead.
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If fresh ginger isn't handy, ground ginger works! Use about 1/2 tsp.