Sesame Chicken

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos (or tamari)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder (or tapioca starch)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 3 green onions, sliced
• Cauliflower rice or steamed broccoli, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add chicken pieces and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.

3. 3

   While chicken cooks, whisk together coconut aminos, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.

4. 4

   In a separate small bowl, mix arrowroot powder with water to create a slurry.

5. 5

   Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat. Add the arrowroot slurry and stir for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

6. 6

   Remove from heat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

7. 7

   Serve over cauliflower rice or alongside steamed broccoli.