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Keto Orange Chicken Recipe

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A low-carb, high-flavor take on classic orange chicken, with crispy almond flour-coated chicken thighs in a sweet-tangy keto-friendly citrus sauce. Perfect for weeknight meals or keto diners craving bold Asian-inspired flavors.

  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 boneless chicken thighs
1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1 tablespoon coconut aminos
1 tablespoon orange extract
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced)
1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons erythritol (or another keto sweetener)
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Mix almond flour, parmesan, salt, and pepper in a bowl
Dip chicken thighs in the mixture, coating both sides thoroughly
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy
Meanwhile, whisk coconut aminos, orange extract, ginger, garlic, erythritol, orange juice, and rice vinegar in a saucepan
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5-7 minutes until thickened
Return baked chicken to the oven for 5 additional minutes to crisp further
Drizzle sauce over chicken and garnish with sesame seeds if desired

Notes

Use baking instead of frying for a cleaner keto version
Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge
Chicken stays crisp best when served immediately

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Keto
  • Diet: Ketogenic

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with 2 tbsp sauce
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg