Keto Sesame Chicken

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 lb

boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1" chunks (can also use chicken breasts))

1/8 tsp

sea salt (or to taste)

1/8 tsp

black pepper (or to taste)

1 1/2 tbsp

avocado oil (for frying)

2 cups

broccoli florets

1/3 cup

grated carrots (optional)

toasted sesame seeds (for garish)

chopped green onions (for garnish)

6 tbsp

bone broth (OR compliant chicken broth)

3 tbsp

liquid aminos

1 tsp

Red Boat fish sauce ((leave out if preferred but adds so much umami flavor))

2 tsp

sesame oil

1 tsp

apple cider vinegar

1 tsp

five spice powder

1 tsp

monk fruit sweetener ((leave out for Whole30 or if preferred or use other sweetener of your choice))

1/2 tsp

fresh minced ginger

2 cloves

garlic (minced)

1/2 tsp

xanthan gum ((optional – to thicken sauce))