Chicken Recipe Looking for an excuse to indulge in some guilt-free Chinese takeout? This Sesame Chicken with Low Carbs is your one-stop-shop. Succulent chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a savory sesame taste make this dish a carb-conscious chicken lover’s dream. Perfect for keto dieters or anybody looking to up their sesame chicken game, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal.
Things needed:
- 1 pound of chicken breasts (without bones and skin) diced into small pieces
- Soy sauce (or tamari, if you’re gluten-free)—2 teaspoons
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- One teaspoon of grated ginger*
- a tablespoon of canola oil
- 100 grams of broccoli florets
- Slice one bell pepper.
- For the garnish, chop 2 green onions.
- For garnishing, sesame seeds
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup of gluten-free soy sauce (or tamari).
- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
- Suggested keto-friendly sweetener: 1 tablespoon of Swerve Brown
- 2 drops of sesame oil
- xanthan gum, or your choice of thickener, 1 teaspoon
Instructions:
1.Add the sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and soy sauce to a bowl. Toss in the chicken pieces to coat. Let it sit for a minimum of fifteen minutes.
2.Blend the rice vinegar, soy sauce, xanthan gum, sesame oil, and Swerve Brown in a separate bowl. Put aside.
3.In a big wok or skillet set over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through, adding the marinated pieces. After removing the chicken from the pan, set it aside.
4.Toss in the bell pepper slices and broccoli florets in the same pan. Cook in a skillet for two or three minutes, or until just crisp-tender.
5.Return the chicken to the skillet and pour sauce over it once it has cooked. Instantaneous service is required. Keep boiling until the sauce becomes somewhat thickened, stirring occasionally for a few minutes to make sure everything is coated evenly.
6.Take it off the stove and top it off with some sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
7.Enjoy the low-carb sesame chicken with steamed veggies or cauliflower rice while it’s hot.
Nutritional Information:
- Portions: 1/4 of the total recipe
- About 250 calories
- Fat Content: 12g
- Type 2 Fat: 2 grams
- One hundred fifty milligrams of cholesterol
- Saturated salt: 900 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 7 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Two grams of sugar
- The protein content is 28 grams.
FAQs about Chicken Recipe with Few Carbs:
Contents
- 1 Q1.Is this sesame chicken dish compatible with the ketogenic diet?
- 2 Q2.Is there another kind of protein that I can use instead of the chicken breasts?
- 3 Q3.If xanthan gum isn’t available, what other thickeners may I use?
- 4 Q4.How can I change the sauce’s sweetness level to something I prefer?
- 5 Q5.Is it possible to prepare this dish in advance?
Q1.Is this sesame chicken dish compatible with the ketogenic diet?
- This dish is perfect for those following the ketogenic diet because it is low in carbs and high in protein and good fats.
Q2.Is there another kind of protein that I can use instead of the chicken breasts?
- Sure thing! For a vegetarian variation, you can use cauliflower florets instead of shrimp or boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
Q3.If xanthan gum isn’t available, what other thickeners may I use?
- You can substitute xanthan gum with a tiny bit of cornstarch, arrowroot powder, or glucomannan powder if you’re not on a strict low-carb diet.
Q4.How can I change the sauce’s sweetness level to something I prefer?
- If you want a sweeter sauce, feel free to add more or less Swerve Brown or another sweetener to taste. Use the recommended amount as a starting point and adjust as needed.
Q5.Is it possible to prepare this dish in advance?
- Although it is recommended to eat this dish fresh, you may make the marinade, sauce, and chopped veggies ahead of time and keep them in the fridge separately. Just combine all the ingredients and stir-fry just before serving.