Keto Sweet Apple Chicken Bites
Keto Sweet Apple Chicken Bites
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Keto 'Apple' Glaze
- 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce, (ensure no added sugar)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon erythritol, or other keto-friendly sweetener, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum, (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted, grass-fed
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with avocado oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
⏱️ 10 min
- 3
While the chicken cooks, prepare the keto 'apple' glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the unsweetened apple sauce, apple cider vinegar, erythritol, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, and ginger powder. Whisk well.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Bring the glaze mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. If using, whisk in the xanthan gum gradually until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and fully incorporated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Once all the chicken is cooked, return it to the skillet. Pour the keto 'apple' glaze over the chicken, tossing gently to coat each piece thoroughly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the glaze to adhere and slightly caramelize.
⏱️ 3 min
- 6
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
⏱️ 2 min
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Keto Sweet Apple Chicken Bites
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Keto 'Apple' Glaze
- 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce, (ensure no added sugar)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon erythritol, or other keto-friendly sweetener, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum, (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted, grass-fed
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with avocado oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
⏱️ 10 min - 3
While the chicken cooks, prepare the keto 'apple' glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the unsweetened apple sauce, apple cider vinegar, erythritol, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, and ginger powder. Whisk well.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Bring the glaze mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. If using, whisk in the xanthan gum gradually until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and fully incorporated.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Once all the chicken is cooked, return it to the skillet. Pour the keto 'apple' glaze over the chicken, tossing gently to coat each piece thoroughly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the glaze to adhere and slightly caramelize.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
⏱️ 2 min