Keto Hainanese Steamed Chicken
Delight in the savory simplicity of **Keto Hainanese Steamed Chicken**, a low-carb twist on the iconic Southeast Asian dish. This recipe combines tender, silky chicken poached in an aromatic blend of ginger, scallions, and garlic, resulting in juicy, flavorful meat with minimal effort. Perfect for keto and low-carb enthusiasts, the dish skips the traditional rice accompaniment and is instead served with crisp cucumber, a fragrant soy-sesame drizzle, and a side of the rich, nutrient-packed broth. With just 15 minutes of prep and ingredients like sesame oil and fresh herbs, this one-pot wonder is as nourishing and wholesome as it is easy to make. Whether you’re serving it as a comforting weeknight meal or a centerpiece for a special occasion, this Keto Hainanese Steamed Chicken is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Whole chicken
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 3-inch piece Ginger, sliced
- 2 bunches Scallions, trimmed
- 5 Garlic cloves, crushed
- 8 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 Cucumber, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Clean the whole chicken by removing any excess fat and washing it under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels.
Rub the salt all over the chicken, including inside the cavity. This helps to season the chicken and tenderize the meat.
In a large pot, add water, sliced ginger, one bunch of scallions (halved), and crushed garlic cloves.
Bring the water to a boil and carefully submerge the chicken, breast side down. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 35-40 minutes, skimming any foam or impurities from the top.
After cooking, turn off the heat and let the chicken sit in the pot for an additional 20 minutes to ensure it is fully cooked through yet tender.
Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool for 10 minutes. Reserve the flavorful broth for serving.
Once cooled, chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and arrange it on a serving platter.
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and sesame oil, then drizzle over the plated chicken.
Garnish the chicken with sliced cucumber, remaining scallion (finely chopped), and fresh cilantro.
Serve the chicken with the reserved broth on the side, along with optional condiments like chili sauce and additional soy sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 8436 mg | 367% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1029 mg | 22% | |
*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.
