Hunan Chicken (Low carb!)
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thigh
skinless, chopped into bite sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon almond flour
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger
minced
- 3 cups broccoli
chopped
- 1 large bell pepper
chopped
- 1 medium zucchini
chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar substitute
- 2 tablespoon chili paste
I used sambal oelek
- 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
Directions
- 1
Make the Hunan sauce by whisking together all the ingredients and setting aside.
- 2
In a bowl, add the chopped chicken and almond flour and lightly mix together.
- 3
Add the oil in a non-stick pan or wok and place over medium heat. Stir fry the chicken until mostly cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan.
- 4
Add the sesame oil and when hot, add the minced garlic and ginger and stir fry for several minutes. Add the remaining vegetables and cook until mostly tender. Add the chicken back to the pan, before adding the Hunan sauce. Let it bubble and thicken for several minutes, before removing it from the heat.
- 5
Serve over cauliflower rice or one your favorite low carb side of choice.
Hunan Chicken (Low carb!)
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, flavorful stir-fry that fits your low-carb lifestyle? This Hunan Chicken recipe delivers all the bold, spicy notes you desire without compromising your dietary goals, making weeknight dinners exciting again.
This recipe works by expertly balancing lean protein and an abundance of fresh vegetables with a dynamic, low-carb sauce. The use of almond flour and xanthan gum helps create a luscious texture for the chicken and sauce, ensuring a satisfying bite in every forkful. It’s a smart approach that brings authentic Hunan-style flavors to your table efficiently.
What you can expect is a dish bursting with savory, spicy, and slightly sweet notes. Tender, bite-sized chicken pieces are enveloped in a rich sauce, complemented by crisp-tender broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini. The robust heat from the chili paste and ginger is perfectly mellowed by the tangy vinegar and umami-rich soy and fish sauces. This is a wonderfully balanced, naturally low-carb meal that feels incredibly indulgent, yet is packed with wholesome ingredients.
- To customize, swap chicken thigh for breast or firm tofu for a vegetarian option. For extra heat, increase the chili paste, or dial it back if you prefer a milder flavor. Feel free to incorporate other low-carb vegetables like mushrooms, snap peas, or green beans. If you don't have xanthan gum, a bit more almond flour can help thicken, though the texture might vary slightly.
- This Hunan Chicken is ideal for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner or a flavorful meal prep option. Serve it simply on its own, or alongside cauliflower rice for an even more substantial low-carb feast. Its vibrant colors make for an appealing presentation right from the pan.