Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2–3 tbsp avocado oil (for frying)
For the Orange Sauce:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Zest of 1 orange (only the zest; skip the juice to keep it keto-friendly)
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice (optional, adds about 3g carbs)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp xanthan gum (to thicken)
- 1–2 tsp monk fruit or erythritol sweetener (to taste)
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
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Instructions
For the Chicken:
- Prepare the Coating: In a bowl, mix almond flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip the Chicken: Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each chicken piece in the egg, then coat it with the almond flour mixture.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
For the Sauce:
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, mix chicken broth, orange zest, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), apple cider vinegar, sweetener, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
- Thicken the Sauce: Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes. Slowly sprinkle in xanthan gum while whisking to prevent clumping. Cook until thickened.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed.
Assemble:
- Add the fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve over cauliflower rice or alongside steamed broccoli for a full keto meal.
Enjoy your keto Orange Chicken—crispy, tangy, and perfectly satisfying!
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