WW Sesame Chicken and Broccoli

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The recipe for WW Sesame Chicken and Broccoli is amazing as all of the ingredients are WW-friendly and light-weight. You will require only 30 minutes to make this dish. Calories and WW points will not rise too much while following this recipe. List of ingredients for this WW Sesame Chicken and Broccoli is not too long, and the equipment is not too much as well. Instruction steps for this dish are also reasonable and understandable. The overall recipe is simple to prepare, and it is a healthy and lighter version of the classic recipe. For this version of the recipe, we will not be using oil so that there is not too much increase in WW points. Make this dish for occasions, events, gatherings, or a family dinner.

STATS:

  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Prep duration: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: Fifteen minutes
  • Total time: 30 minutes
  • Portion size: 1 cup
  • Number of calories: 220 kcal
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Servings: 4
  • Course: Main

EQUIPMENT:

  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Non-stick skillet

INGREDIENTS:

  • 450 g chicken breast (skinless & boneless) (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 300 g broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp zero-calorie sweetener
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds
  • 90 ml water
  • 2 cloves of minced garlic
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • Chicken breast is actually fine for Weight Watchers recipes because it is lean. The WW points do not rise much with its use. This is also the main component of this dish. If you require an alternative, use tofu that is extra-firm.

BROCCOLI:

  • This is also the main item we will be using in this recipe, which will make the dish fulfilling as well as satisfying. Broccoli is nutritious as it has fiber in it. The caloric count does not rise much with its addition. Another idea that you can try adding is cauliflower.

LOW-SODIUM SOY SAUCE:

  • Soy sauce provides a nice flavor to the dish, and we will be using the low-sodium one for the Weight Watchers recipe. The salty element comes along with the use of this product as well. Coconut amonios can be a substitute option for this.

ZERO-CALORIE SWEETENER:

  • As this is a sweetener and not sugar, and it also has zero calories, this will be fine for Weight Watchers recipes. Its job is to maintain any extra taste of soy sauce in the dish. Maple syrup can be an alternative idea, but note that the points for the WW plan will rise a little bit.

CORNSTARCH:

  • The sauce will get a thicker consistency with the addition of cornstarch. Arrowroot powder is an alternative idea for this item.

RICE VINEGAR:

  • Adding rice vinegar will help in maintaining any extra taste of other components through its acidic taste, and it will bring a bright feeling to the overall dish. Lemon juice can also work just fine in its place.

SESAME SEEDS:

  • These will bring the main element to the dish, as the name consists of sesame. While adding these, you will not have to rely on including sesame oil. The taste becomes better in the overall dish. If you want to try something else, try the use of crushed peanuts after roasting them, but the points for your WW plan will rise.

GARLIC:

  • The classic strong taste comes along with the utilization of garlic. Garlic powder can be an option for you to utilize as a substitute.

GINGER:

  • The overall dish will feel fresh with the addition of grated ginger. Another option for this item can be the use of ginger powder.

WATER:

  • Rather than using heavy oils, we will be using water for cooking purposes so that there is moisture. Another option for you to use can be low-sodium vegetable broth.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Take the skillet and warm it up over medium flame.
  2. Include the chicken breast along with 3 tbsp of water.
  3. Cooking time for this is 8 minutes while mixing it time by time.
  4. Then comes the addition of broccoli and 3 more tbsp of water.
  5. Place a lid on the skillet and steam them for 4 minutes.
  6. Then, use a bowl to prepare the sauce.
  7. Include the rest of the water, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, vinegar, sweetener, & soy sauce.
  8. Mix them evenly and then add the sauce to the skillet.
  9. Combine everything properly and then keep cooking for 3 minutes.
  10. Finally, spread some sesame seeds over the entire dish & then you can enjoy it.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • This dish will work fine along with some cauliflower rice for a satisfying supper.
  • Add this dish to lettuce to make light and satisfying wraps.
  • Any salad will be great to pair with this dish.

TIPS:

  • Do not add too much water all of a sudden while cooking the chicken.
  • While cooking the broccoli, be sure not to cook it too much.
  • To improve the taste of the sesame seeds, you can toast them first and then add them to the dish.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • 3 days will be the time you can keep this dish inside a sealed vessel.

FREEZER:

  • Two months can be the maximum limit for keeping this dish inside the freezer.

FAQs:

As we are not using oil, will the dish still taste fine?

  • The overall taste of the dish will be great as the other items cover up the taste of oil, and the flavor will turn out amazing.

What to include if I like my chicken spicy?

  • Hot sauce or chili flakes will work great to satisfy your spice cravings.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

WW Points: 3 points

Calcium: 50 g

Sodium: 600 grams

Fiber: 3 grams

Protein: 33 g

Potassium: 610 g

Vitamin A: 2,200 IU

Calories: 220 kcal

Net carbs: 8 grams

Total carbs: 11 g

Fat: 2 g

Iron: 1.6 grams