A delicious keto sesame chicken recipe that is low carb, paleo, gluten-free and whole 30.
If you are looking for a keto Chinese recipe this is the one!
A delicious Chinese meal with only 5g of carbs!
This is one of my favorite dishes to order at a Chinese restaurant.
This low-carb chicken recipe is great paired with a keto side dish such as cauliflower rice.
If you are looking for a low carb keto Chinese food recipe this is perfect.
It’s also a great way to meal prep for the week, as it can be paired with several keto-friendly side dishes.
So, if you’re looking for a delicious and healthy keto Chinese food recipe, then give this Sesame Chicken a try!
keto Sesame Chicken Ingredients
– Chicken thighs: I like to use chicken thighs for this recipe for they are more flavorful. You may substitute with chicken breast.
– Egg: I like to use an egg in this Chinese keto recipe to create a crispy crust.
– Coconut aminos: Use any soy sauce you have around the house. You can substitute with Tamari sauce.
– Garlic: Fresh garlic is best for this recipe. Chop or minced garlic will do.
– Ginger: Fresh ginger is ideal for this recipe. I either chop it and mince or I use a grater.
– Sesame seeds: Sesame seeds are a really good garnish for this dish. You may skip this step if you don’t like sesame seeds.
– Arrowroot powder/Xantham gum: This powder can be used as a thickener. You can use them interchangeably.
– Freshly Ground Salt & Pepper: To taste. I like to use sea salt and also ground the pepper fresh.
Low carb sesame chicken is a great dish to make when you’re looking for a keto-friendly version of your favorite Chinese food.
Is this sesame chicken keto-friendly? Well, the answer is Yes, absolutely.
Are you asking yourself what to serve with this keto sesame chicken?
you can serve it over cauliflower rice, zoodles, steamed broccoli, or eat it alone.
The options are endless.
This keto chicken recipe will become one of your favorite meals!
Sesame chicken is a great keto dinner idea to try for busy weekdays.
Give this recipe a try and let me know how it turns out.
Note 1: You can substitute with tamari sauce or soy sauce instead of coconut aminos.
Note 2: You can also substitute arrowroot powder with xantham gum.
Keto Sesame Chicken Recipe
Keto Sesame Chicken Recipe
Keto Sesame Chicken is a great dish to make when you're looking for a low-carb and keto-friendly version of your favorite Chinese food. This chicken recipe is low carb, paleo, gluten-free and whole 30.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp arrowroot powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp monk fruit sugar substitute
- 1/2 tsp xantham gum
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into cubes.
- Mix the eggs, arrowroot powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken and toss to coat.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with oil
- Pan-fry the chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Repeat with the second batch10 using another tablespoon of oil if needed.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the coconut aminos, rice vinegar, water, monk fruit, and xantham gum. Whisk until smooth.
- In the same skillet add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger and saute for 30-60 seconds.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and simmer until thickened, about 2-5 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan and toss with the sauce.
- Serve and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Notes
Note 1: You can substitute with tamari sauce or soy sauce instead of coconut aminos.
Note 2: You can also substitute arrowroot powder with xantham gum.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 384Total Fat 21gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 15gCholesterol 301mgSodium 546mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 0gSugar 4gProtein 45g
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