LOW CARB Spicy Teriyaki Chicken with Creamy Garlic Qetoe Noodles

LOW CARB Spicy Teriyaki Chicken with Creamy Garlic Qetoe Noodles

Servings

4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Savory, sticky teriyaki chicken paired with silky, buttery garlic Qetoe Noodles for a bold, satisfying low carb dinner. Packed with flavor, this easy recipe feels like a cheat meal — but it's totally keto-friendly and high in protein!

Ingredients

  • Chicken
  • 1 lb (about 4 pieces) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for heat)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest of 1/2 lime
  • Teriyaki Sauce
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 1/2 tbsp coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water
  • Creamy Garlic Qetoe Noodles
  • 2 x 200g packets Qetoe Noodles, rinsed and drained
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 tsp mirin (optional)
  • Pinch sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • To finish
  • Chopped green onions
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Lime wedges (optional)

Directions

  1. Teriyaki Chicken 1️⃣ In a bowl, toss chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, olive oil, and lime zest. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. 2️⃣ In a jug, whisk sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, coconut sugar, black pepper, garlic, ginger, and honey. Set aside.
  3. 3️⃣ Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side. Reduce heat to medium, cook another 3–4 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  4. 4️⃣ Pour teriyaki sauce into the same pan, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer 2–3 minutes. Mix cornstarch and water, stir into sauce. Cook until thick and glossy.
  5. 5️⃣ Return chicken, coat thoroughly, then remove from heat.
  6. Creamy Garlic Qetoe Noodles 1️⃣ In another pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic, sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  7. 2️⃣ Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, heavy cream, parmesan, mirin, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently 1–2 minutes until creamy.
  8. 3️⃣ Toss in Qetoe Noodles, mix well to coat and heat through (about 1–2 minutes).