Keto Sweet Chili Chicken

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors with this Keto Sweet Chili Chicken recipe, a low-carb twist on the classic favorite! Tender, juicy chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection, then coated in a luscious, keto-friendly sweet chili glaze made with sugar-free ketchup, sriracha, and powdered erythritol. The sauce thickens beautifully with a touch of xanthan gum, delivering that ideal sticky texture without the carbs. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight dinner that pairs effortlessly with cauliflower rice or steamed veggies. Satisfying, flavorful, and completely guilt-free, this keto-approved recipe will become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 2 tbsp Avocado oil
• 0.25 cup Sugar-free ketchup
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp Sriracha (sugar-free)
• 2 tbsp Powdered erythritol (or any keto-friendly sweetener)
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 0.25 tsp Xanthan gum
• 2 tbsp Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and combine the sugar-free ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sriracha, powdered erythritol, and minced garlic. Stir well until the sauce is smooth.

Step 5

Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Sprinkle in the xanthan gum and stir continuously to thicken the sauce.

Step 6

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, coating them thoroughly with the sauce. Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and let the chicken cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the skillet, spoon additional sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Step 8

Serve the Keto Sweet Chili Chicken warm with your choice of low-carb sides such as cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(655.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1261.2

Total Fat 78.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 567.0mg	0%
Sodium 4626.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 120.4g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 107.9mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1382.8mg	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: 53.1%

Protein: 36.2%

Carbs: 10.7%