Orange Sesame Chicken - A Healthy Recipe

Do you love the taste of orange sesame chicken but dread the thought of unhealthy food? Well, you don’t have to worry anymore. Now, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy orange sesame chicken dish with this easy to follow recipe. This dish is a great way to add flavor to your meal and make it healthy at the same time.

Ingredients:

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients: 1 lb of chicken breast, 1/2 cup of orange juice, 1/4 cup of low sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of honey, 2 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions.

Instructions:

Start by cutting the chicken breast into cubes and placing them in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together the orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger. Pour this mixture over the chicken and stir to coat. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least one hour.

Next, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once the chicken is cooked through, add the orange juice mixture and cook for another 2 minutes.

In a small bowl, mix together the sesame seeds, cornstarch, and green onions. Sprinkle this mixture over the chicken and cook for another minute. Serve the orange sesame chicken over a bed of white rice or quinoa and enjoy.

Tips & Tricks:

If you are looking to make this dish even healthier, substitute the regular soy sauce with low sodium soy sauce. This will help reduce the sodium content of the dish. You can also use brown sugar instead of honey to reduce the amount of sugar in the dish.

This orange sesame chicken is a flavorful and healthy dish that is sure to please. Whether you serve it over rice or quinoa, it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Give it a try and enjoy!