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Crispy Keto Orange Chicken: Tangy & Juicy! Keto Orange Chicken: master this crispy and flavorful low-carb recipe. Enjoy a sweet and savory glaze without the gui

Crispy Keto Orange Chicken: Tangy & Juicy!

Enjoy this keto orange chicken made with tender chicken breast and a crispy pork rind coating for a tangy, juicy, and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 cup Pork Rinds
  • 1/2 cup Coconut flour
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Pink Himalayan Salt
  • Coconut Oil (For Cooking)
  • 1 medium orange
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled

Method
 

  1. Combine the pork rinds, coconut flour, and black pepper in a blender or food processor and pulse until it has made a fine powder. Shake this mix out into a medium bowl.
  2. Pat your chicken breasts dry and then cut them into small cubes about " inch pieces. Sprinkle with salt and set aside.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil for frying into the large skillet. Toss a handful of chicken cubes in the pork rind mix, shake off excess and add them into the skillet. Make sure the pieces aren crowding the skillet, you will have to cook them in batches. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until browned then use tongs to turn them over and cook another 3 minutes, until amber brown.
  4. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel lined plate. Add in the next batch of chicken and repeat until all of the chicken is done.
  5. Make the sauce: Heat a small sauce pot over medium high heat. Add coconut oil to the small sauce pot and stir to combine.
  6. Using a zester, zest the whole orange (should yield about 1 tablespoon), and the garlic cloves and ginger into a small bowl and set aside. Cut the orange in half.
  7. Once the coconut oil has melted, lower the heat to medium and add in the orange zest mix, then squeeze half the orange juice into the sauce pot as well. Stir well and let it come to a simmer, let it simmer while you finish cooking the chicken. Stir it occasionally. Once it is thick and glaze-like remove it from the heat.
  8. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter or bowl. Pour the orange glaze all over it and enjoy! This is great over greens or cauliflower rice!

Notes

- Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying the chicken; cook in batches to ensure even browning and crispiness. Overcrowding lowers the oil temperature and can lead to steamed, not fried, chicken.
- For perfectly cooked chicken, ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer. This guarantees safety without drying out the meat.
- This keto orange chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For best texture, reheat in a skillet or oven rather than a microwave to maintain some crispness.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.