Keto Chinese Orange Chicken
Indulge in a guilt-free takeout-inspired favorite with this Keto Chinese Orange Chicken recipe, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors without the carb overload! Tender chicken breast cubes are coated in coconut flour, pan-fried to golden perfection, and tossed in a zesty orange sauce made with tamari, orange zest, and sugar-free Swerve sweetener. Enhanced with hints of garlic, ginger, and a pinch of red pepper flakes, this low-carb dish packs all the flavor of classic orange chicken while keeping it keto-friendly. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 25-minute cook time, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing meal. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, it’s a vibrant dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for anyone following a ketogenic lifestyle or simply looking for a healthier twist on a Chinese favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast, cubed
- 0.5 cup Coconut flour
- 2 large Eggs, beaten
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil
- 0.25 cup Tamari sauce
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Orange extract
- 0.25 cup Swerve sweetener
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
Place the coconut flour in a shallow dish.
Dip each chicken cube into the beaten eggs, then roll it in the coconut flour to coat evenly.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat.
Add the coated chicken cubes to the skillet and cook for 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In a separate pot, combine the tamari sauce, orange zest, orange extract, Swerve sweetener, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the cooked chicken back into the pot.
Toss the chicken in the sauce until well coated and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy this keto-friendly Chinese Orange Chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.2 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.8 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 756 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 4482 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.7 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 174.4 g | 349% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1798 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
