Low Carb Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Low Carb Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken recipe—a healthier, homemade spin on the popular takeout favorite! Juicy, pan-seared chicken thighs are smothered in a glossy, low-carb teriyaki sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ginger, garlic, and a sugar substitute for guilt-free sweetness. Thickened with xanthan gum instead of cornstarch, this dish is perfect for keto and low-carb diets. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s finished with a garnish of sesame seeds and green onions for a touch of crunch and freshness. Serve it hot for a quick, flavorful meal that satisfies your cravings while keeping carbs in check! Perfect search terms: "low carb teriyaki chicken,” “keto-friendly chicken recipes,” “healthy homemade Panda Express recipes.”
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce, low-sodium
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar substitute
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the soy sauce, water, sugar substitute, apple cider vinegar, minced ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Stir until the sugar substitute is fully dissolved.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and pour the teriyaki sauce mixture into the skillet. Whisk in the xanthan gum thoroughly to combine with the sauce.
Allow the sauce to simmer for about 3-4 minutes until it starts to thicken.
Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet and coat them with the sauce. Allow them to simmer in the sauce for an additional 5-7 minutes, ensuring the chicken is well-coated and heated through.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes. Slice the chicken thighs into strips.
Garnish the teriyaki chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Serve hot and enjoy your low carb meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1113 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 4310 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 114.2 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1868 mg | 40% | |
*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.
