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Keto Cashew-less Chicken Stir-Fry

A keto-friendly and entirely nut-free chicken stir-fry that cleverly substitutes cashews with roasted pumpkin seeds, providing a similar crunch and nutty flavor without the allergens.

20m prep + 20m cook4 servings
Contains sesameNUTS-free
390 cal|35g protein|14g carbs|22g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs
  • 3 tbsp Coconut Aminos
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Swerve (or Erythritol)
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Ginger
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper
  • 3 Green Onions
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
  • 4 cups Cauliflower Rice

Instructions

  1. 1Cut the 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs into 1-inch pieces. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with 1 tbsp of the 3 tbsp Coconut Aminos, the 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar, and the 1 tbsp Swerve (or Erythritol). Stir to coat the chicken evenly and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. 2Heat 1 tsp of the Sesame Oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat (around 350°F or 175°C). Add the 4 cloves of minced Garlic and the 1 tsp of grated Ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
  3. 3Add the marinated chicken pieces to the hot wok. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  4. 4Add the 2 cups of Broccoli Florets and the 1 Red Bell Pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces, to the wok. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly tender but still have a bit of crispness.
  5. 5Pour in the remaining 2 tbsp of Coconut Aminos. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 1 minute, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. 6Stir in the 1/4 cup of Roasted Pumpkin Seeds. Cook for another 30 seconds to heat them through.
  7. 7Serve the stir-fry immediately over the 4 cups of Cauliflower Rice. Garnish with the 3 Green Onions, thinly sliced.

Substitutions

CashewsRoasted Pumpkin Seeds

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