Keto Jerk Chicken Strips
Bring the heat to your keto meal plan with these bold and flavorful Keto Jerk Chicken Strips! Marinated in a vibrant blend of jerk spices, lime juice, fresh thyme, scallions, and garlic, these juicy chicken strips are bursting with authentic Caribbean flair. Perfectly charred on the grill or grill pan, they offer a smoky, spicy kick balanced by tangy citrus and savory soy sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes (plus marinating time), this low-carb recipe is ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve them with keto-friendly sides like cauliflower rice or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Gluten-free, high-protein, and irresistibly zesty, these jerk chicken strips will transport your taste buds straight to the islands!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 stalks Scallions
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by flattening the chicken breasts to a uniform thickness by placing each piece between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pounding with a meat mallet or rolling pin.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, jerk seasoning, lime juice, minced garlic, thyme, soy sauce, chopped scallions, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Cut the chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch wide and add them to the marinade, ensuring that each strip is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates with a cloth or paper towel dipped in olive oil to prevent sticking.
Once the grill is hot, arrange the chicken strips on the grill, ensuring they are not crowded. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the strips are slightly charred and caramelized.
Remove the chicken strips from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Serve the Keto Jerk Chicken Strips immediately, either on their own or with a keto-friendly side such as cauliflower rice or a salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 6472 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 216.4 g | 433% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 252 mg | 5% | |
*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.
