Love bold, aromatic Thai flavors? This Keto Lemongrass Chicken is juicy, fragrant, and packed with bright citrus and savory umami notes—all in a low-carb, sugar-free marinade! Serve it with cauliflower rice or a fresh keto salad for an easy, flavorful meal!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
🍗 For the Lemongrass Chicken:
• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breast)
• 2 stalks lemongrass (finely minced) or 2 tablespoons lemongrass paste
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce (adds authentic Thai flavor)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
🥗 For Serving:
• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 lime (cut into wedges)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 cup cauliflower rice or keto salad greens
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken:
• In a bowl, whisk together lemongrass, garlic, ginger, avocado oil, coconut aminos, fish sauce, lime juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
• Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes (or up to 12 hours in the fridge).
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken:
🔥 Grill Method:
• Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
• Grill chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
🔥 Skillet Method:
• Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until crispy and caramelized.
🔥 Air Fryer Method:
• Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
• Place chicken in a single layer and air fry for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway.
3️⃣ Garnish & Serve!
• Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime.
• Serve with cauliflower rice or a fresh keto salad!
🔥 Pro Tip: For extra flavor, drizzle with sugar-free Thai chili sauce or a touch of coconut milk!
Nutrition Info (Per Serving – 1/4 of the Recipe)
• Calories: ~420
• Protein: ~38g
• Fat: ~28g
• Net Carbs: ~4g
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