Korean Sesame Chicken

Korean Sesame Chicken is a delightful, low-carb snack that combines tender chicken pieces with a savory sesame sauce, delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for a keto diet, this dish is quick to prepare and makes for a satisfying treat any time of day.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Erythritol - 1 tablespoon (or preferred keto sweetener)
• Black sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, sliced
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine diced chicken breast, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, erythritol, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
3. Once cooked, remove from heat and sprinkle with black sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
4. Serve hot as a snack or appetizer.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 34 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for keto diets.

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