Keto Peanut Chicken

Carbs
7.74g
Total Time:
30mins
Difficulty
Beginner

Embark on an epic culinary journey with our Keto Peanut Chicken recipe! This scrumptious chicken dish, rooted in Asian cuisine, offers a symphony of flavors to satiate your taste buds. Imagine juicy chicken pieces seeping with the robust flavors of creamy peanut butter, accentuated by the subtle warmth of red pepper flakes, and infused with the earthiness of soy sauce or coconut aminos. The whispers of garlic and the crunch of fresh red bell peppers along with green onions promise a delightful textual contrast that makes every bite an exotic experience.


Our Keto Peanut Chicken recipe precisely aligns with a ketogenic lifestyle. It's not simply about fulfilling your cravings for Asian food. It's also about offering you a deliciously rewarding meal that satisfies your keto requirements. Each ingredient meticulously added to this recipe ensures a low carb, high-fat profile ideal for those following a ketogenic diet. Imagine having all of this nutritional goodness from a single plate of delectable food, easily tracked via your keto mobile app.


Your dinner plate brimming with our Keto Peanut Chicken is not just a meal, it's a trip to an Asian culinary paradise that supports your keto journey. The versatility of this dish is another reason to indulge, as it pairs well with a variety of low-carb side dishes. Whether served over cauliflower rice or paired with a cool cucumber salad, it’s bound to be a hit! This dish makes you look forward to planning your meals instead of considering it a chore. Prepare yourself for a gastronomic adventure that combines flavor, texture, and nutritional benefits with our Keto Peanut Chicken.


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Ingredients

chicken breast1 1/2 lb chicken breast, cut into tender sizes pieces
sea salt and peppersea salt and pepper
butter2 tbsp butter
olive oil2 tbsp olive oil
bell pepper1 red bell pepper (about 3.5 oz), julienned
garlic3 cloves garlic, minced
chicken stock3/4 cup chicken stock
natural peanut butter1/3 cup natural peanut butter, creamy
coconut aminos3 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
pepper flakes1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
green onions3 green onions, chopped

Directions

1
Season the chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper on both sides.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and olive oil.
3
Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 5-10 minutes, browning on both sides.
4
Reduce heat to medium-low and add the red peppers and garlic to the skillet.
5
Saute for an additional 5 minutes. (Be careful not to scorch the garlic)
6
In a mixing bowl, combine chicken stock, peanut butter, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well incorporated.
7
Pour sauce into skillet. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and let simmer.
8
Let simmer, stirring frequently for 5 minutes.
9
Sprinkle green onions over top before serving.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings
Calories
503
% Daily value*

Total Fat 33.83g
21%

Saturated Fat 7.92g
40%

Cholesterol 125.48mg
42%

Sodium 854.65mg
36%

Total Carbohydrate 12.66g
32%

Dietary Fiber 4.92g
20%

Included Sugar 2.91g

Net Carbohydrates 7.74g
39%

Protein 44.73g
60%
Vitamin D 0.17mcg
1%

Calcium 35.4mg
3%

Iron 1.46mg
8%

Potassium 890.76mg
36%
*
The % Daily Value (DV) 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.