Description
Keto Teriyaki Chicken is a flavor-packed, low-carb dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Asian cuisine right to your table. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a luscious teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for meal prep or special occasions, making it a go-to favorite for those following a ketogenic diet. Serve it over cauliflower rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp erythritol (or 2 tbsp honey for non-keto)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by mincing garlic and grating ginger.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, garlic, ginger, erythritol (or honey), and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or bowl and pour the marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add marinated chicken breasts. Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- If desired, remove chicken from the skillet and add remaining marinade back into the pan. Thicken with cornstarch mixed with water while simmering on low heat.
- Slice chicken and drizzle with thickened sauce before garnishing with green onions. Serve with cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg