Keto Hainanese Chicken
Elevate your keto meal prep with this mouthwatering Keto Hainanese Chicken, a low-carb twist on the beloved Southeast Asian comfort dish. This recipe features tender, poached whole chicken infused with aromatic ginger, garlic, and green onions, achieving perfectly juicy meat and a delicate flavor. Instead of traditional rice, fluffy and nutrient-packed cauliflower rice steps in, stir-fried with coconut oil for a satisfying base. The star is the vibrant, zesty sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh lime juice, and minced aromatics, adding a savory punch to every bite. Topped with fresh cilantro and green onions, this keto-friendly dish is the perfect balance of hearty, healthy, and effortlessly elegant. Ready in under two hours and ideal for meal prep or a restaurant-quality dinner at home, Keto Hainanese Chicken is your new go-to recipe for flavor-packed indulgence.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 3-4 pounds Whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons Sea salt
- 4 stalks Green onions
- 4 inches Ginger
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 whole Lime
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the chicken thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
Rub the chicken inside and out with the sea salt, ensuring even coverage.
Slice 2 inches of the ginger and 2 cloves of garlic thinly. Stuff the cavity of the chicken with half of the green onions, 2 inches of ginger, and 2 cloves of garlic.
Place the chicken in a large pot and cover it completely with water, approximately 10-12 cups. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for about 45-60 minutes, skimming off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.
Meanwhile, cut the cauliflower into florets and use a food processor to pulse into rice-sized pieces.
In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add the remaining minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and stir-fry until tender, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt to taste and set aside.
Once the chicken is cooked through and tender, remove it carefully from the pot. Reserve the broth for other uses.
Submerge the chicken in an ice-water bath briefly to tighten the skin, then pat dry.
Prepare the sauce by mincing the remaining ginger and garlic. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, the juice of 1 lime, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Stir well.
Chop the cilantro and remaining green onions for garnish.
To serve, carve the chicken and arrange it over the cauliflower rice. Drizzle with the sauce and garnish with cilantro and green onions.
Enjoy your delicious keto-friendly Hainanese chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.4 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.1 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 16150 mg | 702% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2827 mg | 60% | |
*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.
