Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Keto Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms provides the ideal balance of taste, spice, & simplicity. We pan-sear the chicken & mushrooms & coat them with a delicious sauce that is both aromatic & filling. The earthy mushrooms & the savory soy-style base go well with the heady aroma of freshly ground black pepper. Use the clean, keto ingredients to create this dish at home, but it tastes like something you’d get at a restaurant. Enjoy it on its own or serve this dish over cauliflower rice for a tasty & satisfying keto meal. Keto Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms demonstrates that we don’t have to sacrifice comfort & flavor when following a low-carb diet.

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STATS:

• Serving: 4
• Calories: 312 kcal
• Time for prep: 10 minutes
• Diet: Keto
• Portion size: 1 cup
• Time for cooking: 20 minutes
• Cuisine: Asian-inspired
• Overall time: Thirty minutes
• Course: Dinner

EQUIPMENT:

• Large wok
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowl
• Knife

INGREDIENTS:

• One lb. chicken thighs
• One cup of sliced mushrooms slices
• One tbsp. black pepper
• Salt
• One tbsp. rice vinegar
• Two tbsp. coconut aminos
• One tbsp. Keto oyster sauce
• Green onions
• One tsp. sesame oil
• One tsp. ginger
• Quarter cup chicken broth
• One tsp. garlic
• ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
• One tbsp. olive oil

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN THIGHS:

• Chicken thighs are flavorful & rich, and they remain moist & soft when we stir fry them. They are ideal for a ketogenic diet because of their higher fat content, which also keeps the meat juicy. They absorb the strong black pepper sauce, adding flavor to every bite.

MUSHROOMS:

• The meaty texture and earthy depth of the mushrooms wonderfully balance the chicken. They absorb the sauce and add to the dish’s overall savory flavor. The delicate yet rich flavor of button or cremini mushrooms makes them ideal.

FRESHLY GROUND PEPPER:

• Freshly ground black pepper provides the distinctive heat & intensity in this dish. It defines the whole flavor profile & adds warmth without being overbearing. Use of fresh black pepper guarantees a richer aroma & taste than pre-ground.

COCONUT AMINOS:

• Coconut aminos balance the heat from the pepper by adding a subtle sweetness & umami flavor to the sauce. They make a fantastic gluten-free, low-carb alternative to soy sauce. Their delicate flavor contributes to the harmonious blending of all the elements.

KETO OYSTER SAUCE:

• Keto Oyster sauce adds a savory note to the taste. It benefits both the chicken & mushrooms. It balances the pepper by adding a touch of sweetness & thickness.

AVOCADO OIL:

• Avocado healthful fats and also helps in the nice searing of chicken. This oil adds a delicate flavor & it is excellent for cooking at high temperatures. They improve the dish’s texture by adding a little crunch.

SEASAME OIL:

• The use of sesame oil elevates the meal to restaurant standard, which gives it a silky finish & nutty aroma.

GARLIC:

• Garlic enhances the base flavor, which gives the pepper a crisp, fragrant kick. It enhances every aspect of the dish by infusing the oil early on. Freshly minced garlic provides the rich & intense taste.

GINGER:

• Ginger adds the warm & spicy undertones which counterbalance the richness of the sauce. It enhances the flavor of the black pepper & garlic by adding depth and freshness.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

• It provides slight tangy flavor & helps in balancing the thick consistency of sauce. The dish tastes lighter and more balanced as a result of its brightening effect. Both of them add a little sour accent.

CHICKEN BROTH:

• The chicken broth makes a smooth, aromatic sauce that evenly coats the chicken & mushrooms. It improves the savory basis & prevents the dish from drying out. Using low-sodium broth controls the level of salt better.

XANTHAN GUM:

• Xanthan gum gives the sauce a glossy, restaurant-quality texture while thickening it without adding carbohydrates. We require very little quantity to get the proper consistency.

SALT:

• Salt unifies the sauce and brings out the taste of all the components in dish. It’s advisable to add salt gradually because sauces like oyster sauce & coconut aminos already contain sodium.

GREEN ONIONS:

• Green onions give the dish a lovely finish by adding color, freshness, and a subtle crunch. They offer a pleasing counterpoint to the peppery, thick sauce. Sprinkle them on top for a crunchy, colorful accent before serving.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. We heat oil in wok on moderate to high settings.
2. Then include ginger & garlic & toss for thirty seconds
3. Add the chicken and season with salt.
4. Saute the chicken so it gets brown properly.
5. Include the mushrooms & saute them so they get brown & their moisture gets released.
6. Then we include the coconut aminos, vinegar, black pepper, & oyster sauce.
7. Include the chicken broth & boil for 3-4 minutes.
8. Then mix the xanthan gum and stir to thicken the sauce.
9. When the sauce gets thick include the chicken & stir so the chicken gets coat properly.
10. Include the green onion slices & sesame oil and serve warm.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

VEGETABLE SIDE:

• Cauliflower Rice
• Zucchini Noodles
• Sautéed Spinach
• Roasted Broccoli

SALADS:

• Cucumber Avocado Salad
• Kale Caesar Salad
• Spinach Feta Salad
• Asian Cabbage Slaw

BREADS & WRAPS:

• Keto Garlic Bread
• Almond Flour Flatbread
• Lettuce Wraps
• Cloud Bread

DRINKS:

• Lemon Cucumber Water
• Iced Green Tea
• Keto Electrolyte Drink
• Sparkling Lemon Water

SAUCES & DIPS:

• Garlic Butter Sauce
• Keto Teriyaki Sauce
• Creamy Avocado Dip
• Spicy Mayo

TIPS:

• Add the black pepper to the dish as you prefer.
• Include bell pepper slices for the extra crunch or color in the dish.
• Make the dish in the hot wok to get the same typical Asian stir-fry taste.
• Drizzle some additional sesame oil for an indulgent taste.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Add the dish in the closed box & stock it for four days.

FREEZER:

• Make the portions and freeze the dish for 2 months.

FAQs:

Will I prepare the dish with the chicken breast?

• We can utilize chicken breast to prepare this dish; chicken thighs are best because it is tastier & juicier.

Is there any alternative to xanthan gum?

• Yes, use the almond flours instead to thicken the consistency, or simmer it for a long time for this purpose.

Can we make this dish spicy?

• This dish is mildly spicy from the black pepper, but add some chili flakes to make the spicier dish if preferred.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 312 kcal
Net carbs: 4 g
Iron: 2.5 g
Total carbs: 6 g
Vitamin A: 0.3 g
Fiber: 2 g
Calcium: 0.4
Protein: 27 g
Sodium: 620 g
Potassium: 480 g
Serving size: 1 cup
Serving: 4