Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil (for baking)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
- Optional: red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray or parchment paper. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, and drizzle with a little olive oil or avocado oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly crispy.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing additional soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar in a saucepan, and heat until slightly thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Once the chicken is baked, transfer it to a bowl, pour the sesame glaze over, and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed vegetables or brown rice.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, microwave or bake at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.
- Experiment with vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for added nutrition.
- For a vegan option, substitute chicken with firm tofu or tempeh and use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg