Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

This Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry is a delightful blend of tender chicken pieces coated in a savory sesame sauce, tossed with vibrant vegetables for a satisfying Kosher meal. It's quick to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option that's both delicious and nutritious.

Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 300 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
  • Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
  • Broccoli florets - 100 grams
  • Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
  • Green onions - 2, sliced
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Mix well and allow to marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, and toss everything together. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 20 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in vitamins from vegetables, supporting overall health.

Tags

ChineseKosherDinner