Keto Black Pepper Chicken

Savor the bold flavors of Keto Black Pepper Chicken, a low-carb twist on a takeout favorite that's perfect for any night of the week! This quick and easy recipe features tender, marinated chicken breast coated in a rich, peppery sauce made with coconut aminos and a touch of xanthan gum for the perfect keto-friendly thickness. Vibrant strips of green and red bell peppers, sautéed onion, and fragrant garlic add a fresh, colorful crunch to every bite. Finished with a generous sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and garnished with cilantro, this dish is a flavor-packed, gluten-free meal ready in just 35 minutes. Serve it with cauliflower rice or zoodles for the ultimate keto dinner experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 0.25 cup coconut aminos
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 1 whole green bell pepper
• 1 whole red bell pepper
• 0.5 whole onion
• 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Slice the green and red bell peppers into thin strips.

Step 4

Chop the onion finely.

Step 5

In a large bowl, mix the coconut aminos, chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of freshly ground black pepper, and salt. Add the chicken cubes to this mixture and let it marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the marinated chicken cubes to the skillet (reserve the marinade) and cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 9

In the same skillet, add onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until they are slightly tender.

Step 10

Return the chicken to the skillet.

Step 11

Pour in the reserved marinade and bring to a simmer.

Step 12

Add the xanthan gum to the skillet to thicken the sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 13

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of freshly ground black pepper and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 14

Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken well.

Step 15

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 16

Serve hot with your choice of keto-friendly side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1052.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1126.9

Total Fat 44.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 4041.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 134.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 199.8mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 2313.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.5%

Protein: 47.6%

Carbs: 17.0%