Ww 6 Points Chinese Sesame Chicken
Satisfy your cravings for takeout without the guilt with this Weight Watchers-inspired Chinese Sesame Chicken recipe, boasting only 6 points per serving! Tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken breast are perfectly seasoned, lightly coated with cornstarch, and pan-seared to golden perfection before being smothered in a rich and flavorful sesame sauce. The sauce combines low-sodium soy sauce, hoisin, honey, and aromatic garlic and ginger for a savory-sweet balance, while toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions add a delightful finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthier spin on a Chinese classic is perfect for pairing with steamed veggies or your choice of rice, giving you all the satisfaction of the original dish without derailing your goals. Optimize your weeknight dinner with this easy, delicious, and guilt-free recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 cup Chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Vegetable oil (or cooking spray)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with paper towels. Sprinkle them with salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ground ginger, chicken broth, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set the sauce aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil (or use cooking spray). Once hot, add half of the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside. Repeat with the remaining chicken, adding the second teaspoon of oil if needed.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Stir constantly as it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it well to coat with the sauce. Let it cook for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring everything is heated through.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Optional: Serve with steamed vegetables or over a bed of rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 54.5 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 579 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 3856 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.0 g | ||
| Protein | 219.1 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2302 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
