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High-Protein Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry — 332 kcal, 48g Protein

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One serving of Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry has 48 g of protein and 332 kcal — a protein-to-calorie ratio of 0.143 g/kcal, which is exceptionally high-protein. This recipe makes 4 servings total. It's also moderate in energy density — an average balance of fullness to calories.

Protein / serving48 g
Calories / serving332 kcal
Protein ratio14.3%
Prep time35 min
Servings4
Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

Adapted from slenderkitchen.com

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • Sesame Sauce
  • chicken broth (low sodium)30 g
  • Light brown sugar3.0 g
  • toasted sesame oil3.5 g
  • Garlic1.5 g
  • soy sauce (low sodium)3.8 g
  • white vinegar (distilled)3.8 g
  • Chicken
  • boneless skinless chicken breast150 g
  • salt0.4 g
  • black pepper0.1 tsp
  • cornstarch2.0 g
  • extra virgin olive oil1.8 g
  • Garnish
  • White sesame seeds2.2 g
Protein48 g
Carbs6 g
Fat12 g
Calories332

Instructions

  1. Prepare Sauce Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Tip: Use the middle rack for even browning.
  2. Prepare Sauce Whisk chicken broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar in a bowl. Tip: This is a thin sauce - it thickens in the oven.
  3. Prepare Chicken Cut chicken breasts into 2.5cm (1-inch) pieces. Tip: Even-sized pieces ensure uniform cooking.
  4. Prepare Chicken Toss chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and cornstarch until evenly coated. Tip: Cornstarch helps the sauce cling and thicken.
  5. Sear Chicken Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Tip: Cast iron works best for oven transfers.
  6. Sear Chicken Sear chicken 2-3 minutes per side until lightly golden. Tip: Don't move pieces too early — let a crust form.
  7. Sear Chicken Turn off heat. Pour prepared sauce over the chicken and stir to combine.
  8. Bake & Serve Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes until sauce thickens. Tip: Stir once halfway through for even coating.
  9. Bake & Serve Remove from oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately. Tip: Pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions

How much protein is in Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry?+
One serving has 48 g of protein and 332 kcal, for a protein-to-calorie ratio of 0.143 g of protein per kcal. The full recipe (4 servings) has 190 g of protein total.
Is Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry a high-protein recipe?+
Yes — its protein-to-calorie ratio of 0.143 g/kcal is exceptionally high-protein. TunedCook's own app treats 0.06 g/kcal as the bar for "high protein," and this recipe clears that bar.
How many calories are in one serving of Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry?+
One serving is 332 kcal. The recipe makes 4 servings, for 1328 kcal in the full batch.
How filling is Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry?+
By TunedCook's Fullness Score (based on protein share, fiber, and energy density), this recipe reads as average in how filling it is for its calorie count.
Where does the Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry recipe come from?+
This recipe is adapted from slenderkitchen.com, with macros (protein/calories/carbs/fat) recalculated by TunedCook from the actual ingredient quantities.