Description
A wholesome Paleo Sesame Chicken & Veggie Bowl made with tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli, zucchini ribbons, Swiss chard, and a sesame-infused sauce. This one-pan meal is flavorful, nutritious, and perfect for clean eating or meal prep.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken breast, cubed
1 tbsp coconut oil or ghee
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 large sweet white onion, roughly chopped
1 crown broccoli, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 large zucchini, sliced into half rounds or ribboned with a veggie peeler
1/2 bunch Swiss chard leaves or any other veggies
2 tbsp alcohol-free tamari soy sauce
1 tbsp white vinegar
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
4 scallions (green onions), chopped
Few dashes of hot sauce (Texas Pete Original, Crystal Hot Sauce, or Sriraja Panich Hot Sauce)
Instructions
1. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
2. Add cubed chicken breast, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook 10-15 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a bowl with juices.
3. In the same skillet, heat remaining coconut oil and sesame oil.
4. Add onion and broccoli, cook 5 minutes until softened.
5. Add garlic, ginger, white pepper, salt, and cayenne. Sauté 5 minutes.
6. Stir in zucchini ribbons, Swiss chard, tamari, and vinegar. Cook 8-10 minutes until tender.
7. Return cooked chicken and juices to the skillet. Heat through and toss to combine.
8. Serve in bowls, garnish with cilantro and scallions, drizzle with hot sauce, and enjoy.
Notes
This dish can be customized with other vegetables such as bell peppers, spinach, or snap peas.
For meal prep, store portions in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in a skillet for best texture or microwave in short intervals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired