Keto Sesame Chicken

This keto interpretation of a classic Asian dish is easy to make, and uses a corn starch substitute that I also used for my Mongolian Beef recipe: Xanthan Gum.

I made this for meal prep and paired with a simple Arugula salad, but it also goes great with a low carb veggie side, like Broccoli or Cauliflower rice

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Keto Sesame Chicken

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian

Keyword Low Carb, quick meal

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 5

Calories 253kcal

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Can use chicken thighs
• 3/4 tsp Xanthan Gum
• 1/4 cup Liquid Aminos Can use coconut aminos or soy sauce
• 1 tbsp White Vinegar
• 1/4 tsp Pink Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 20 drops liquid stevia adjust to taste
• 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
• 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds for garnish
• 1 tsp Ground Ginger
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder

Instructions

• Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces, add to large bowl and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Xanthan gum. Mix well (I recommend using your hands), ensuring that chicken is evenly coated
• Brown chicken over medium high heat in coconut and sesame oil, allowing to brown and crisp on one side before flipping and crisping on the other side. Remove from pan and set aside
• Add liquid aminos, ground ginger, garlic powder, stevia, and vinegar to pan and whisk together. Taste and adjust for sweetness
• Allow liquid mixture to come to a simmer, then add chicken and mix well over low heat. The Xanthan gum will cause the liquid to thicken and stick to the chicken
• Serve immediately, or allow to cool to portion for meal prep

Notes

Net carbs: ~1g

Nutrition Facts

Keto Sesame Chicken

Amount Per Serving

Calories 253 Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Fat 13g20%

Carbohydrates 2g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Protein 33g66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Please note: nutrition values are approximate and intended to serve as a reference only. These values will vary based on the specific brands and ingredients used. To get the most accurate info, calculate the nutrition using information from the  labels on the specific ingredients you use when making this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 1g