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Crispy roasted chicken pieces glazed with glossy amber sesame sauce, tossed with vibrant green broccoli florets and golden-brown edamame, served in a rustic white ceramic bowl over fluffy brown rice, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions, on a light wooden cutting board, natural daylight, soft shadows.

Healthy Sesame Chicken Bowls for Meal Prep

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Crispy, healthy sesame chicken made in one pan for quick weeknight dinners or batch meal prep. Rich in protein and flavor, lightly sweetened with honey and rice vinegar.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
  • 3 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ½ cup shelled edamame, thawed
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice, for serving
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Sliced scallions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss chicken cubes with cornstarch in a bowl.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 3–4 mins per side until golden. Transfer skillet to oven and roast 8–10 mins until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
  4. Remove skillet from oven. Add broccoli and edamame to skillet, then pour sauce over. Return to oven, bake 5 mins until broccoli tender-crisp.
  5. Serve over brown rice, garnished with sesame seeds and scallions.

Notes

  • For crispier chicken, broil 2 minutes after adding sauce.
  • Meal prep tip: Store components separately—rice in one container, chicken & veggies in another—for up to 4 days.
  • Swap broccoli for snap peas or bok choy for variety.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Roasting, Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1¼ cups)
  • Calories: 340 Kcal
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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