Keto Sweet and Sour Chicken

Experience a guilt-free twist on a takeout classic with this Keto Sweet and Sour Chicken! This low-carb, gluten-free recipe swaps traditional breading for a crunchy pork rind coating and features a tangy homemade sauce sweetened with keto-friendly erythritol. Juicy chicken bites are paired with vibrant bell peppers and zucchini for a nutrient-packed dish that’s as colorful as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it over cauliflower rice for the ultimate keto-friendly meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken breast
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 cup Pork rinds (crushed into crumbs)
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Avocado oil (or other high-heat oil)
• 0.25 cup Sugar-free ketchup
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
• 2 tbsp Powdered erythritol (or other keto-friendly sweetener)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.25 tsp Xanthan gum
• 1 cup Bell peppers (red and green, chopped)
• 1 cup Zucchini (chopped)
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Set up a breading station with one bowl containing crushed pork rinds and another bowl containing the beaten eggs.

Step 3

Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, then coat with the pork rind crumbs. Set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar-free ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, powdered erythritol, and minced garlic. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Sprinkle xanthan gum into the sauce while whisking continuously to thicken. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.

Step 7

In the same skillet used for the chicken (wipe out excess oil if necessary), add the chopped bell peppers and zucchini. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables, then pour the sweet and sour sauce over the mixture. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 9

Cook for 2-3 additional minutes to heat through and meld flavors.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions, and enjoy! Optionally, pair with cauliflower rice for a complete keto meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1420.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2828.0

Total Fat 171.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 1102.2mg	0%
Sodium 10130.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 282.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 369.1mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 3349.3mg	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: 53.5%

Protein: 39.2%

Carbs: 7.3%