Low Carb Sweet and Sour Chicken

This Low Carb Sweet and Sour Chicken is a flavorful twist on a classic dish, perfect for those watching their carb intake. Baked to perfection, it combines tender chicken with a zesty sauce that tantalizes the taste buds without the guilt.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Bell pepper (red) - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper (green) - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Apple cider vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar substitute (erythritol or stevia) - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato paste - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Ginger powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, sugar substitute, tomato paste, garlic, ginger powder, salt, and black pepper to create the sauce.
3. Add the diced chicken, bell peppers, and onion to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
4. Transfer the chicken mixture to a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, stirring halfway through cooking.
6. Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
7. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health and satiety.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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