Healthy Sesame Chicken




 
INGREDIENTS:
  • 1/2 cup Honey
  • 5 tablespoons Tamari
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 4 tablespoons Sesame Seeds
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, pressed in a garlic press
  • 2 Egg Whites
  • 4 tablespoons Corn Starch
  • 3 medium sized Chicken Breasts, cubed into 1 inch pieces
  • Kosher Salt and Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, diced
  • 1/2 Green Bell Pepper, diced
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced
  • 4 Green Onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons Coconut Oil
  • 4 servings of Prepared White or Brown Rice
  • Consider adding a tablespoon of minced fresh ginger and/or a teaspoon of chili paste to the sesame sauce for a boost of flavor!
DIRECTIONS:
  1. In a medium bowl, combine honey, tamari, sesame oil, garlic and sesame seeds. Whisk until combined and set aside.
  2. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl whisk together the egg whites and corn starch. Add in the seasoned chicken and toss.
  4. In a large 10 to 12 inch non-stick skillet add a tablespoon of coconut oil and heat over medium-high heat. Once hot add in the peppers and onions and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened. Remove to a plate.
  5. In the same skillet heat up 2 more tablespoons of coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add in the chicken and cook for 5-8 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Add the peppers and onions back in along with the sliced green onions and the sesame sauce.
  6. Stir and serve over prepared white or brown rice. 
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