Low Carb Sambal Chicken
Spice up your dinner with this bold and flavorful Low Carb Sambal Chicken! Featuring tender, marinated chicken thighs infused with a tantalizing blend of sambal oelek, soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a low-sodium option), fresh lime juice, and aromatic ginger and garlic, this dish offers a perfect balance of heat, tang, and umami. Baked to juicy perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, it's a quick, oven-baked recipe that’s ready in under an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice for a healthy, keto-friendly meal that's packed with protein and vibrant flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos (for lower sodium)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the marinade. In a bowl, combine sambal oelek, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, ginger, garlic, coconut aminos, and sesame oil. Mix well.
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more intense flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Discard the remaining marinade.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.
While the chicken is baking, slice the green onions and chop the cilantro.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Garnish the chicken with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve the Low Carb Sambal Chicken with a side of steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.4 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 3598 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 182.2 g | 364% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2080 mg | 44% | |
*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.
