Sweet Sesame Chicken

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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
2 tablespoons sesame seeds1 1/2 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup pineapple juice1/4 cup honey3 tablespoons lite soy sauce2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger2 green onions, choppedBrown Rice (to serve chicken over)
Directions
1. Prepare rice according to package directions; keep warm.
2. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot; add 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds, and cook, stirring constantly, 3 to 4 minutes or until seeds are toasted. Remove seeds from skillet.
3. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. Combine chicken and cornstarch, tossing to coat.
4. Coat skillet in cooking spray (note: chicken will brown better if cooked in oil) Cook chicken pieces about 5 minutes on each side or until done. Reduce heat to medium, and stir in 1/2 cup pineapple juice and next 3 ingredients. Bring to a boil, and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute or until thickened. Remove skillet from heat.
5. Remove chicken mixture to serving platter. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve with warm rice.


Yield: Makes 4 servings


Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user LIVING4HIM2DAY.

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 172.1
  • Total Fat: 2.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 15.4 mg
  • Sodium: 452.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 29.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.2 g
  • Protein: 8.3 g

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