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Sesame Mango Chicken

Savory Sesame Mango Chicken Ready in Just 15 Minutes

This Sesame Mango Chicken is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast diced for quick cooking
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger fresh enhances flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • black pepper to taste
For the Veggies
  • 4 cups coleslaw mix or chopped bell peppers
  • 1 whole mango diced ripe
For Toppings
  • 0.5 cup chopped peanuts or cashews
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sesame Mango Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, combine sesame oil and olive oil over medium-high heat and heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté diced chicken for approximately 5 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and ground ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add coleslaw mix, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and black pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until tender.
  5. Fold in diced mango and chopped peanuts until well combined and slightly warm.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds, serve warm with rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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