High Protein Recipe: Asian-Inspired Sesame Chicken

Cooking Information:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes (+ 30 minutes velveting)
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes (+ velveting)
• Servings: 4
• Calories: 190 per serving
• Macros per serving: 34g protein, 4g carbs, 6g fat

Ingredients:

For Velveting:

• 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 tablespoons water

For the Sauce:

• 1/4 cup coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon monk fruit sweetener
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum

For Cooking:

• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• Green onions for garnish

Instructions:

Velvet the Chicken:

1. Mix baking soda and water in a bowl
2. Add cubed chicken and mix well
3. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature
4. Rinse thoroughly under cold water
5. Pat completely dry

Prepare the Sauce:

1. Combine coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil
2. Add monk fruit sweetener, garlic, and ginger
3. Whisk in xanthan gum until smooth
4. Set aside

Cook the Chicken:

1. Heat avocado oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat
2. Cook chicken in batches until golden (2-3 minutes per side)
3. Remove chicken and set aside

Finish the Dish:

1. Return all chicken to pan
2. Pour sauce over chicken
3. Cook until sauce thickens (2-3 minutes)
4. Add sesame seeds and toss to coat

Serve:

1. Garnish with green onions
2. Serve over cauliflower rice if desired

Pro Tips:

• After velveting, rinse chicken thoroughly to remove all baking soda
• Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken
• For extra heat, add red pepper flakes to the sauce