Korean Chicken Skewers

Korean Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and juicy dish, marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil for a delightful Korean twist. Perfect for a keto-friendly lunch, these skewers are both satisfying and low in carbs.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 400 grams
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 60 ml
• Sesame oil - 15 ml
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Erythritol (or similar keto sweetener) - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Skewers - 4

Steps

1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, erythritol, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, alternating with slices of green onions.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the skewers before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 42 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which helps in muscle building and repair.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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