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    Home » Keto Chinese Lemon Chicken

    Keto Chinese Lemon Chicken

    8 February, 2021 by Stacey 6 Comments

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    Keto Chinese Lemon Chicken is a sweet, tangy, and tasty low carb version of a Chinese take-out classic dish that even the kids will love.

     Two bowls on Chinese lemon chicken  with cauliflower rice.

    Crisp, low carb breaded, and pan-fried chicken pieces in a sweet and tangy lemon sauce, this low carb twist on a favorite Asian meal was a big hit with the whole family.

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    Bowls of Chinese lemon chicken with cauliflower rice and chopsticks.

    Coconut flour is high in fiber and low in carbs. I also swapped out the traditional sweetener for a low-carb confectioners sweetener, which makes the recipe keto-friendly.

    I used avocado oil to pan fry the chicken, but you can also use coconut oil suitable for high heat. 

    Some oils are not ideal for frying as they can burn and scorch. When you purchase oil, check for a high smoke point, which means it is a good frying option and works well with high heat.

    Chopsticks holding a bite od Chinese lemon chicken above a bowl.

    Flavored with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest also make this a healthier version of the recipe.

    This version of Lemon chicken originates from the Canadian & British adaptations of Chinese cuisine, consisting of pieces of chicken meat that are breaded and deep-fried and coated with a thick, sweet lemon sauce. 

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    Common Questions About The Keto Chinese Lemon Chicken Recipe

    Can I substitute almond flour for coconut flour?

    I find that the coconut flour works much better in this recipe and would not recommend using almond flour.

    Can I omit the xanthan gum?

    The xanthan gum is a thickener, so if you leave it out, then the sauce will not have a glaze texture and will be runnier and more like a broth.

    Can I use olive oil in place of avocado or coconut oil?

    No, I would not use olive oil to replace avocado oil as it has a low smoke point and can quickly burn and scorch when used with high heat and frying. If you are going to use a different oil, check to see if it has a high smoke point for frying.

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    Two bowls of Chinese lemon chicken with sesame seeds and cauliflower rice.

    Keto Chinese Lemon Chicken

    Stacey
    Keto Chinese Lemon Chicken is a sweet, tangy, and tasty low carb version of a Chinese take-out classic dish that even the kids will love.
    4.86 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course dinner, entree
    Cuisine Asian, Chinese
    Servings 3
    Calories 423 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 lb 16 oz Boneless-Skinless Chicken Thighs
    • 6 tbsp Coconut Flour
    • 4 tbsp avocado oil or coconut oil
    • 4 ½ tbsp Lemon Juice juice of one lemon
    • 1 tsp Lemon Zest
    • 2 tbsp Low Carb Confectioners Sweetener
    • ⅔ cup Chicken Broth
    • ½ tsp Xanthan Gum
    • 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds *optional garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
    • Add the coconut flour to a mixing bowl and in small batches add the chicken pieces into the flour and toss to fully coat in the flour.
      coat chicken in coconut flour.
    • Add avocado oil to a frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot add the chicken pieces in small batches and fry until all are fully cooked through. Set aside.
      Frying chicken.
    • Add lemon zest to a saucepan on medium-high heat and stir for a couple of seconds.
      Adding lemon zest
    • Add chicken broth and low carb sweetener to the saucepan, and whisk until the sweetener is dissolved. Add the lemon juice and stir.
      Adding broth, sweetener and juice.
    • While continuously whisking, slowly add the xanthan gum, turn up the heat and bring sauce to a boil.
    • Reduce heat to a simmer and allow the sauce to reduce until the sauce has thickened to a glaze. Remove from heat.
    • Add the fried chicken pieces into the sauce and toss to coat in the lemon sauce. Serve as is or over warm cauliflower rice. Garnish with optional sesame seeds.

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    Notes

    *all nutritional data are estimates based on the products I used*
    Yield: 16 ounces, Servings: 3, Serving Size: 5.3 ounces (⅓ of recipe), Net Carbs per Serving: 5g, Amounts per Serving-

    Nutrition

    Serving: 5.3ouncesCalories: 423kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 333mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
    Keyword keto asian food, keto chinese food, keto chinese lemon chicken, low carb asian food
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    Comments

    1. Donny

      February 15, 2021 at 7:10 am

      5 stars
      I always need more easy weeknight dinners, especially with chicken, so thank you for this!

      Reply
    2. Erin

      February 14, 2021 at 11:14 am

      Oooh, that breading sounds and looks wonderful! And it looks so juicy. I can't wait to give this a try!

      Reply
    3. Jennifer

      February 13, 2021 at 6:00 pm

      5 stars
      this looks so delicious -- I am loving your take on the chicken dredge and can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    4. Megan Stevens

      February 13, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      5 stars
      We love this recipe! It makes such a fun dinner. And thank you for all the great process photos!

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    5. ChihYu

      February 10, 2021 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      Tender, moist, full of flavor and SO DELICIOUS!

      Reply
    6. Jean Choi

      February 08, 2021 at 3:53 pm

      5 stars
      The flavors are on point! The lemon is such a wonderful addition.

      Reply

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