Keto Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delicious and low-carb take on a classic Chinese dish. This recipe replaces traditional sugary ingredients with keto-friendly alternatives, allowing you to enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of sweet and sour chicken while staying within your carb limits. Here’s the full recipe, including nutrition facts and servings.
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Recipe: Keto Sweet and Sour Chicken
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (such as coconut oil or avocado oil)
Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup low-carb ketchup (sweetened with stevia or erythritol)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1/4 cup granulated erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (red or green)
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Serving:
- Cauliflower rice or steamed broccoli (optional)
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Nutrition Facts (Approximate values per serving – Makes 4 servings):
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 18g
- Total Carbohydrates: 12g
- Dietary Fiber: 6g
- Net Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 30g
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Servings:
This recipe makes approximately 4 servings.
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Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
- In another bowl, mix the almond flour and coconut flour.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and then coat it with the flour mixture. Ensure the chicken pieces are evenly coated.
2. Fry the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces and cook until they are crispy and golden brown on all sides. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
3. Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, diced onions, and diced bell peppers. Sauté until they become tender.
- Add apple cider vinegar, low-carb ketchup, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sweetener, and water to the pan. Stir well.
- Simmer the sauce for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens and the flavors meld.
4. Combine and Serve:
- Add the fried chicken pieces to the sweet and sour sauce. Stir to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
- Serve your Keto Sweet and Sour Chicken over cauliflower rice or with steamed broccoli if desired.
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