Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Chicken & marinade:

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (you love rich flavor!)
2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil

Sugar-free honey garlic glaze:

¼ cup sugar-free honey (e.g., monk fruit sweetened—you love blood sugar friendly!)
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos (you love low-sodium!)
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional—you love spicy!)

For serving:

Sesame seeds
Sliced green onions
Lime wedges (you love citrus!)
Optional sides:
→ Cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles (low-carb—you love this!)
→ Steamed broccoli or snap peas

Instructions

1. Prep chicken:

Cut chicken into 1½” cubes. Thread onto 8 soaked wooden or metal skewers.

2. Make glaze:

In a small saucepan, combine sugar-free honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer over medium heat 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Reserve half for serving.

3. Marinate & cook:

Brush skewers with oil; season with salt and pepper.
Grill method: Cook over medium-high heat 6–8 minutes, turning often, brushing with glaze during last 3 minutes.
Broiler method: Place on foil-lined pan; broil 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, brushing with glaze at the end.

4. Serve:

Drizzle with reserved glaze. Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and lime wedges.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use chicken thighs—they stay juicier than breasts on the grill.
✅ Don’t glaze too early—sugar-free honey can burn; add in final minutes.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Use coconut aminos + skip added salt
→ Boost umami with extra garlic and sesame oil
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Sugar-free honey = zero glycemic impact
→ Net carbs: 4g/serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <6g net carbs/serving
→ Increase healthy fats: extra sesame oil drizzle
✅ Make ahead:
→ Marinate chicken up to 24 hours
→ Glaze keeps 1 week refrigerated

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: 3 days | Not freezer-friendly
→ Serving ideas:
→ As a main with Asian-inspired sides
→ Over salad greens for a protein bowl
→ For meal prep—pair with roasted veggies

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving):