Sesame Ginger Chicken & Broccoli
Get ready for a delicious and healthy twist on a classic favorite. This recipe brings together tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a touch of sesame and ginger for a flavorful meal that's sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
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4 tsp soy sauce
- Braggs Liquid Amino Acids is a gluten-free option
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3/4 tsp sesame oil
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1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- fresh
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1 tbsp honey
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1/2 tsp sesame seeds
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1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
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3/4 tsp ginger
- fresh, minced
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1/2 cloves garlic
- minced
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1 4 oz chicken breast
- boneless, skinless
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1/8 cup whole wheat flour
- coconut flour is a gluten-free option
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1 1/2 tsp coconut oil
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1 1/2 tsp green onions
- finely sliced on a diagonal
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1/2 cups broccoli (lightly steamed, diced (optional))
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, honey, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper.
- Rinse chicken breasts, pat dry and dredge in the flour.
- In a large pan add coconut oil and heat over med/high heat until melted. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 min.
- Remove chicken and add garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute while stirring.
- Add soy mixture to pan and scrape up brown bits while it cooks. Cook at a low boil for 6 min. Sauce should begin to thicken.
- Add the chicken breasts back into the pan (dice first, if preferred) and the brocoli. Cook at a low over heat an additional 5 mins or until the broccoli is tender. Flip chicken as the sauce cooks.
- Serve with sliced green onions on top.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
234
Protein
6 g
Carbohydrates
34 g
Fat
10 g
Saturated Fat
6 g
Sugar
19 g