Low Carb Homemade Orange Chicken

Satisfy your takeout cravings guilt-free with this Low Carb Homemade Orange Chicken, a delightful and healthy twist on the classic dish. Tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs are coated in coconut flour for a light and crispy texture, then tossed in a zesty, sweet, and savory orange sauce made with fresh orange juice, ginger, garlic, and a hint of low-carb sweetener. This quick and flavorful recipe, ready in under 40 minutes, uses wholesome ingredients like sesame oil, xanthan gum for thickening, and scallions for a fresh garnish. Perfect for those following a low-carb or keto diet, this better-than-takeout dish pairs beautifully with steamed broccoli or cauliflower rice for a complete, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.25 cup coconut flour
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
• 3 tablespoons granular erythritol or another low-carb sweetener
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine the coconut flour and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg. Dip each chicken piece first in the egg, then coat in the coconut flour.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the orange zest, fresh orange juice, soy sauce, erythritol, and rice vinegar to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Sprinkle in xanthan gum while whisking continuously to thicken the sauce. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

Step 7

Return the chicken to the skillet and toss it in the sauce to ensure it is well coated.

Step 8

Garnish the chicken with chopped scallions before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious low carb orange chicken with steamed broccoli or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(855.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1669.2

Total Fat 105.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 786.5mg	0%
Sodium 2058.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 135.3g	0%

Vitamin D 85.5IU	0%
Calcium 138.1mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1967.9mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 17.3%