Sugar-Free Sambal Chicken
Get ready to elevate your mealtime with this flavorful Sugar-Free Sambal Chicken recipe, perfect for those seeking bold, spicy flavors without the added sugar. This dish features tender, bite-sized chicken thighs marinated in a robust blend of coconut aminos, fiery bird's eye chilies, garlic, ginger, shallots, lime juice, and fish sauce, creating a fragrant and deeply satisfying sambal-infused base. Cooked in nutrient-rich coconut oil and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this Southeast Asian-inspired chicken is both paleo- and keto-friendly. With just 20 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking time, it’s an ideal choice for a quick yet impressive dinner. Pair it with steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice for a wholesome, low-carb experience that’s bursting with flavor and spice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 5 pieces red bird's eye chilies, minced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces shallots, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine coconut aminos, minced chilies, minced garlic, chopped shallots, grated ginger, lime juice, and fish sauce. Mix well to create the sambal marinade.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and let them marinate for at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken pieces.
Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
Taste and add salt if necessary. Adjust spiciness by adding more minced chilies if desired.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve the sugar-free sambal chicken with steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.2 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.2 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 5152 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 133.8 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1607 mg | 34% | |
*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.
