Keto Orange Chicken

Craving a healthier twist on a Chinese-American favorite? This Low Carb Orange Chicken Meal Prep is the perfect way to enjoy a sweet and savory dish while sticking to your keto goals. Packed with protein and veggies, this meal is as delicious as it is nutritious!

Ingredients

🐔 1.5 lbs diced chicken breast
🥦 1 bag broccoli florets, about 10 oz, fresh or frozen
🌾 2 bags Birds Eye Riced Cauliflower, Roasted Garlic flavored, 10 oz each
🧂 Several tablespoons Coconut Aminos
🍯 Several tablespoons Sugar-Free Honey
🍊 Zest from 1 orange
🌿 1 small piece of fresh ginger, grated
🧄 1-2 teaspoons jarred minced garlic
🌶️ 1/2 - 1 teaspoon No. 94 Red Pepper Flakes
🥑 Several tablespoons avocado oil
🍃 Chopped scallions for garnish
⚪ Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

1- Cauliflower Rice Preparation:

• Microwave the 2 bags of Birds Eye Riced Cauliflower according to package instructions.
• Carefully transfer the hot riced cauliflower into a kitchen towel.
• Squeeze out all excess water from the riced cauliflower to ensure fluffiness.
• Heat a little avocado oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
• Add the cauliflower to the hot pan and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until any remaining moisture evaporates.

2- Broccoli Preparation:

• Add broccoli florets to a saucepan with a splash of water.
• Cover and steam on the stovetop until they are tender-crisp and bright green.

3- Chicken Marinade:

• Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place in a Ziploc bag.
• Add Coconut Aminos, Sugar-Free Honey, orange zest, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes.
• Seal the bag and massage so the chicken is well-coated with the marinade.
• Let marinate for at least 10 minutes (overnight for deeper flavor).

4- Cooking the Orange Chicken:

• Heat avocado oil in a separate non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
• Add the marinated chicken, cooking until the chicken is golden brown and the sauce has thickened, about 8-10 minutes.

5- Meal Prep Assembly:

• Divide the cauliflower rice into two compartments of each meal prep container.
• Place steamed broccoli in one compartment of each container.
• Add the cooked orange chicken to the remaining compartment.
• Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: Approx. 400 per serving
Proteins: Approx. 40g
Fats: Approx. 20g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 15g
Equipment:

• 🪵 Wooden cutting board
• 🔪 Chef's knife
• 🥄 Grater/Zester
• 🔲 Ziploc bag
• 🍳 Non-stick pan/skillet (2, light-colored, ceramic-coated)
• 🍲 Saucepan
• 🔬 Metal tongs
• 🍴 White silicone spatula
• 📦 Glass Meal Prep Containers link
• 🍽️ Microwave (white toaster oven/microwave combo)
• 🧺 Gray striped kitchen towel/rag

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight.
• Squeezing water from the riced cauliflower ensures a non-soggy texture.
• Using fresh ginger and garlic boosts flavor more than their powdered counterparts.

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Keto Orange Chicken