Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry

Keto Sesame Chicken is a flavorful low carb meal with all the delicious flavors of the popular Chinese restaurant takeout dish. This healthy one pan meal comes together in less than 30 minutes & is perfect for busy weeknights or Prep sessions. Enjoy over Konjack Noodles or the Konjack Rice, youll thank me for that TIP. My favorite Konjack Brand HERE. This recipe will serve 4 individuals.

Ingredients

· 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1" chunks (can also use chicken breasts)

· 1/8 teaspoon sea salt or to taste

· 1/8 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

· 1.5 tablespoons Coconut Oil for frying

· 2 cups broccoli florets

· 1/3 cup grated carrots optional

· toasted sesame seeds for garish

· chopped green onions for garnish

For the Sauce

· 6 tablespoons bone broth OR compliant chicken broth

· 3 tablespoons liquid aminos

· 1 teaspoon Red Boat fish sauce (leave out if preferred but adds so much umami flavor)

· 2 teaspoons sesame oil

· 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

· 1 teaspoon five spice powder

· 1 teaspoon monk fruit sweetener

· 1/2 teaspoon fresh minced ginger

· 2 cloves garlic minced

· 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional – to thicken sauce)

Instructions

1. Season chicken with salt, pepper.. Allow to sit while you make the bowl.

2. To make the sauce and marinade, whisk together the broth, aminos, sesame oil, vinegar, five spice powder and monk fruit sweetener, if using. Toss chicken with 1/2 tablespoon of the sauce. Allow to marinate for 10 minutes.

3. Add coconut oil to a hot wok or pan. Sear the chicken until brown then transfer to a plate.

4. Add a little bit more coconut oil then add broccoli and carrots. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until tender crisp.

5. Stir in the remainder of the sauce. Sprinkle in xanthan gum, if you want a thicker sauce.

6. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan until heated through. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and green onions and serve over cauliflower rice or lettuce wraps.