Keto Chicken Pao

Dive into bold, savory flavors with this Keto Chicken Pao, a low-carb twist on the classic Chinese-inspired stir-fry. Juicy, bite-sized pieces of chicken are stir-fried to perfection and coated in a rich, umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and Swerve sweetener for a keto-friendly balance of tangy and sweet. Crisp red and green bell peppers, scallions, and dried red chilies add vibrant color and a satisfying crunch, while crunchy peanuts lend a nutty finish. Thickened with xanthan gum, the glossy sauce clings to every bite, delivering a restaurant-quality dish that's ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this recipe is a flavorful way to stay on track with your low-carb lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Swerve (erythritol sweetener)
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon minced ginger
• 6 dried red chilies
• 4 scallions
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup peanuts
• 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with freshly ground black pepper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, Swerve, minced garlic, minced ginger, and xanthan gum. Mix well until the xanthan gum is completely incorporated. Set aside the sauce.

Step 3

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and stir-fry until they turn golden brown and are cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the dried red chilies and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until they become fragrant.

Step 6

Add chopped scallions, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, until the bell peppers are slightly softened.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Toss to coat everything evenly.

Step 8

Add the peanuts, and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1072.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1691.2

Total Fat 94.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.3g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 3551.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.9g
Protein 153.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.9mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 3407.9mg	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: 47.4%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 18.3%