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sesame chicken stir fry.

Honey Sesame Chicken Stir Fry

Julia
Enjoy a delicious Honey Sesame Chicken Stir Fry that's quick and easy to make! Packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a sweet and savory sauce, this dish is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4 servings
Calories 293 kcal

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INGREDIENTS
  

Stir Fry

  • 2 tablespoon toasted cashews
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or similar
  • 11 ounce ground chicken
  • 2 cups green beans, cut into smaller pieces, fresh or frozen
  • 1 ½ cup bell pepper, cubed
  • salt and black pepper , to taste
  • scallions or fresh greens , for garnish
  • sesame seeds , for garnish

Str Fry Sauce

  • 2 ½ tablespoon honey, or more if needed
  • 3 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated or chopped
  • ¼ cup spring water
  • 1 tablespoon tapioca or cornstarch

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Make the Slurry: In a bowl, mix water and tapioca together to create a slurry. In another bowl, combine the sauce ingredients and then add the slurry.
    1 tablespoon tapioca or cornstarch, ¼ cup spring water
  • Cook the Chicken: In a skillet or wok, heat half of the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and cook for 1-2 minutes until browned. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 11 ounce ground chicken, salt and black pepper
  • Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil and the vegetables. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 7 minutes.
    1 ½ cup bell pepper, salt and black pepper , 2 cups green beans
  • Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and stir everything together. Add the sauce and cashews, mixing well. Cook for another 2 minutes, or until the sauce is glossy and evenly coats the stir-fry.
    2 tablespoon toasted cashews, 2 ½ tablespoon honey, 3 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, 2 teaspoon garlic, 1 inch fresh ginger
  • Finish: Sprinkle sesame seeds and fresh greens on top before serving.
    scallions or fresh greens , sesame seeds

NOTES

  • To Store. Sesame stir-fry will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. This stir-fry can be frozen but the sauce will thin out after thawing.
  • To Reheat. For the best results, reheat in a small saucepan over low heat. You can also use the microwave, heating in 30-second increments.

NUTRITION

Calories: 293kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 509mgPotassium: 763mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2135IUVitamin C: 79mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
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