Description

This Healthy Sesame Chicken with Green Beans and Rice is a lighter take on the classic dish, packed with bold flavors, lean protein, and fiber-rich vegetables. Juicy chicken is tossed in a naturally sweetened sesame-ginger sauce, paired with crisp green beans, and served over a bed of fluffy rice. Quick, easy, and perfect for meal prep, this dish is a must-try for a nutritious, satisfying meal!

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Base:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup cooked white or brown rice
½ tablespoon avocado oil
2 cups steamed green beans

For the Sesame Sauce:

¼ cup coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce)
1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
1 tablespoon lime juice (from 1 lime)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

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Instructions

1. Sear the Chicken
Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken cubes and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked.

2. Prepare the Sesame Sauce
While the chicken cooks, whisk together coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, ground ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, black pepper, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl.

3. Simmer the Sauce
Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside. Pour the sesame sauce into the skillet and cook over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring continuously until slightly thickened.

4. Coat the Chicken
Return the chicken to the pan, tossing it in the thickened sauce until evenly coated.

5. Assemble & Serve
Serve the sesame chicken over cooked rice with steamed green beans on the side. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and enjoy!

Notes

For More Flavor: Marinate the chicken in the sesame sauce for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a heat boost.
Low-Carb Option: Swap rice for cauliflower rice or quinoa.
Meal Prep Friendly: Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days; reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired