Sesame Chicken with Broccoli
This Sesame Chicken with Broccoli delivers 29g protein and 325 calories per serving — a lean dinner option with built-in micronutrients. Quick stovetop prep makes 6 servings at once, maximizing batch efficiency for the week. The low calorie count lets you hit protein targets while staying in a deficit.
Ingredients
- •Broccoli(454g)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Cornstarch(30g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(30g)
- •Sesame seeds(30g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •¼ cup water
- •Cornstarch(15g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(60g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(15g)
- •Chili Paste, Sambal Oelek(5g)
- •Brown sugar(30g)
- •Honey(30g)
- •Garlic
Instructions
- 1Fill a large pot with water and salt it. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the broccoli and cook until bright green, about 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2In a large bowl, combine the chicken, salt and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Toss until the chicken is thoroughly and evenly coated.
- 3Make the sesame sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the water and 1 tablespoon cornstarch to make a slurry. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, chili sauce, brown sugar, honey and minced garlic.
- 4Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is glistening, working in batches as needed, add the chicken and cook, turning, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes total.
- 5Add the broccoli and the sauce to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
- 6Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Nutrition — Per Serving
325
calories
29g
protein
13g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 23g
- Saturated fat
- 2.1g
- Sodium
- 447 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.7g
6 servings per batch · ~230g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Sesame Chicken with Broccoli have per serving?
Each serving provides 29g of protein and 325 calories with 13g fat and 23g carbs. This is an efficient calorie-to-protein ratio, delivering solid protein content in a relatively low-calorie package.
How long does Sesame Chicken with Broccoli take to prep?
This recipe is quick prep and yields 6 servings from a single stovetop session. With six meals prepped at once, you're minimizing prep sessions across your week while maintaining portion consistency.
Is Sesame Chicken with Broccoli good for fat loss?
At 325 calories and 29g protein per serving, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss phases where you need filling, protein-dense meals that keep calories controlled. The broccoli adds volume without excess calories, supporting satiety.
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