Description
This Low-Carb Sesame Chicken features tender chicken pieces glazed with a delicious arrowroot sauce, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the arrowroot powder, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and pepper.
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-size pieces and add them to the marinade, mixing to ensure all pieces are coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated chicken.
- Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add sesame seeds and green onions during the last minute of cooking to toast them slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, consider frying the chicken instead of sautéing.
- This dish can be served over cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg