Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sugar Free Low Carb Orange Chicken, a delicious dish that captures the essence of your favorite takeout while adhering to your dietary goals. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy batter with a sweet and tangy orange sauce, all without added sugars or excessive carbohydrates. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping for the week, this satisfying dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Serve it over cauliflower rice or alongside zoodles for a refreshing twist. Enjoy a wholesome, flavorful meal that aligns with your healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp xanthan gum
- ½ cup Carbalose flour
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 3 tbsp sugar-free orange marmalade
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Set up a dredging station with whisked eggs in one bowl and flour mixed with xanthan gum in another.
- Preheat skillet with oil on medium-high heat.
- Dredge chicken pieces in egg mixture followed by the flour mixture.
- Cook chicken until browned; transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Combine remaining ingredients to make the sauce in a separate bowl, then stir into the skillet.
- Return chicken to skillet, coat with sauce, and heat through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (around 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg