Keto Homemade Orange Chicken

Satisfy your takeout cravings without breaking your diet with this Keto Homemade Orange Chicken recipe! Featuring juicy, bite-sized chicken thighs coated in a crispy pork rind crust, this low-carb delight is perfectly paired with a tangy, sweet, and zesty orange sauce made with orange zest, orange extract, and erythritol for a guilt-free twist. It’s a high-protein, gluten-free alternative to the classic dish, using keto-friendly ingredients like xanthan gum for thickening and coconut flour for breading. Ready in just 50 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and added flavor, and serve over cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables to complete this keto-friendly feast. Perfect for fans of Asian cuisine on a low-carb diet!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Coconut flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Crushed pork rinds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Orange extract
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (or tamari)
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Erythritol
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Ginger powder
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 2 stalks Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs and set aside.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, combine coconut flour, crushed pork rinds, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then dredge it in the pork rind mixture to coat evenly.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the coated chicken pieces in batches, cooking until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, combine orange zest, orange extract, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, erythritol, minced garlic, ginger powder, and chicken broth. Mix well and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

Once simmering, sprinkle xanthan gum slowly while whisking the sauce to thicken it. Continue to stir until the sauce reaches a desired consistency.

Step 8

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Pour the orange sauce over the chicken and gently toss to ensure every piece is well coated.

Step 9

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2589.7

Total Fat 164.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 1019.0mg	0%
Sodium 7664.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 222.9g	0%

Vitamin D 113.8IU	0%
Calcium 232.9mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 2211.8mg	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: 54.2%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 13.3%