Keto Chicken Pad Thai Recipe [Quick & Easy, Perfect For Weeknights] (2024)

Sometimes we really miss going to a Thai restaurant and being able to sit down and enjoy the food. But, being keto we try to find ways around that and still be able to make food that plays to the cravings we have. Last night, Pad Thai was on the menu – and let me tell you – it was AMAZING!

We inhaled the dish within minutes and felt so satisfied after – just like you would when eating a regular meal with normal pasta. Two things that reallycan’t go wrong in a dish: delicious AND healthy. The bean sprouts and crushed peanuts are a perfect complement to the dish, adding a lot of flavor and texture that goes extremely well with the creaminess of the sauce and noodles.

Lime juice is typically just squeezed over the top, but we add it to the sauce to give acidity (instead of using more vinegar) and a ton of flavor that plays alongside the rest of the dish. Of course, using a small squeeze at the end elevates it to a new level – so I wouldn’t skip that! Tamarind is also very commonly used in pad thai and to recreate that on keto I combined lemon juice, reduced sugar ketchup, and worcestershire sauce. This gives the sweet, slightly sour taste that we need when cooking.

Note: I know some people really hate cilantro and just won’t eat something if they see a small spec of it. Feel free to leave it out (or use another herb like parsley instead), but I will say that it definitely adds to the flavor of the dish.

Yields 4 servings of Keto Chicken Pad Thai

The Preparation

Pad Thai Sauce

Juice 1/2 Lime
Juice 1/3 Lemon
1 1/2 tbsp. Reduced Sugar Ketchup
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
3 tbsp. Red Boat Fish Sauce
1 1/2 tbsp. Sambal Olek
1 1/2 tsp. Minced Garlic
1 tbsp. Natural Peanut Butter
1 tsp. Rice Wine Vinegar
7 drops Liquid Stevia

Noodles and Toppings

1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
3 medium Green Onions, chopped
2 large Eggs
2 packets Shirataki Noodles (House Foods Tofu Shirataki)
3 medium Chicken Thighs (~1 lbs. deskinned and deboned)
4 tbsp. Coconut Oil
4 oz. Mung Bean Sprouts
2 tbsp. Peanuts, chopped

The Execution

1. Mix together all of the ingredients for the sauce using a fork or whisk. Set aside.

2. Drain shirataki noodles and rinse well with hot water. Do this about 5 or 6 times, then dry as much as you can using a cloth.

3. To get out extra moisture from the noodles, wring them out using a kitchen towel. Wring them out as much as possible to get rid of the excess moisture.

4. Debone chicken thighs. Start by cutting a line in the chicken where the bone is using kitchen shears. Cut all of the meat away from the bone, then remove by the bone by cutting around each end.

5. Once the chicken thighs are deboned, remove the skin (this can be done with your hand), and cut into cubed pieces.

6. Heat 2 tbsp. Coconut Oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken to create a sear. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan (I did this in 2 batches).

7. Flip the chicken pieces over to create a sear on the other side. Remove chicken from the pan (including the oil), and repeat using more coconut oil. Set chicken aside in a bowl.

8. Chop green onion and cilantro so that you’re ready to use it.

9. In the same pan you used to cook the chicken, add the shirataki noodles and dry fry them for 5-8 minutes or until noodles become firmer to the touch.

10. Reduce heat of the pan, and add 2 eggs that have been whisked into the noodles. Mix together so that the eggs become scrambled and broken apart.

11. Finally, add the sauce, chicken (including all of the oil), cilantro, and green onion to the noodles. Let this cook down for about 5-10 minutes depending on thickness you want.

12. Serve with mung bean sprouts, and chopped peanuts over the top. Garnish with extra cilantro, green onion, and red pepper flakes.

This makes a total of 4 servings of Keto Chicken Pad Thai. Each serving comes out to be 431 Calories, 35.3g Fats, 5g Net Carbs, and 26.3g Protein.

Keto Chicken Pad Thai	Calories	Fats (g)	Carbs (g)	Fiber (g)	Net Carbs (g)	Protein (g)
Juice 1/3 Lemon	4	0	1	0	1	0
1 1/2 tbsp. Reduced Sugar Ketchup	8	0	1.5	0	1.5	0
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce	3	0	0.5	0	0.5	0
Juice 1/2 Lime	5	0	1.5	0	1.5	0
3 tbsp. Fish Sauce	45	0	0	0	0	12
1 1/2 tbsp. Sambal Olek	3	0	0	0	0	0
1 1/2 tsp. Minced Garlic	6	0	1.5	0	1.5	0
1 tbsp. Peanut Butter	95	8	3	1	2	4
1 tsp. Rice Wine Vinegar	0	0	0	0	0	0
7 drops Liquid Stevia	0	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup Cilantro	2	0	0.5	0.5	0	0
3 medium Green Onions	23	0	4	0	4	0
2 large Eggs	140	10	1	0	1	12
2 packets Shirataki Noodles	40	2	12	8	4	2
3 medium Chicken Thighs	760	56	0	0	0	68
4 tbsp. Coconut Oil	480	56	0	0	0	0
4 oz. Mung Bean Sprouts	8	0	3	1	2	2
2 tbsp. Peanuts	103	9	3	2	1	5
Totals	1725	141	32.5	12.5	20	105
Per Serving ( /4 )	431.3	35.3	8.1	3.1	5.0	26.3

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Keto Chicken Pad Thai

This makes a total of 4 servings of Keto Chicken Pad Thai. Each serving comes out to be 431 Calories, 35.3g Fats, 5g Net Carbs, and 26.3g Protein.

The Preparation

Pad Thai Sauce

Juice 1/2 Lime
Juice 1/3 Lemon
1 1/2 tbsp. Reduced Sugar Ketchup
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
3 tbsp. Red Boat Fish Sauce
1 1/2 tbsp. Sambal Olek
1 1/2 tsp. Minced Garlic
1 tbsp. Natural Peanut Butter
1 tsp. Rice Wine Vinegar
7 drops Liquid Stevia

Noodles and Toppings

1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
3 medium Green Onions, chopped
2 large Eggs
2 packets Shirataki Noodles
3 medium Chicken Thighs
4 tbsp. Coconut Oil
4 oz. Mung Bean Sprouts
2 tbsp. Peanuts, chopped

The Execution

Mix together all of the ingredients for the sauce using a fork or whisk. Set aside.
Drain shirataki noodles and rinse well. Repeat 5 or 6 times, then dry as much as you can using a cloth, winging out as needed.
Debone and deskin chicken thighs, then cut into cubed pieces.
Heat 2 tbsp. Coconut Oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken to create a sear. Flip chicken pieces over to sear the other side. Set aside and repeat with the rest of the chicken (using more oil).
In the same pan, add the shirataki noodles and dry fry them for 5-8 minutes or until noodles become firmer to the touch. Reduce heat and scramble 2 eggs into the noodles.
Add the sauce, chicken (including oil), cilantro, and green onion to the noodles. Let this cook down for about 5-10 minutes depending on thickness you want.

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Keto Chicken Pad Thai Recipe [Quick & Easy, Perfect For Weeknights] (2024)

FAQs

Why do you put egg in pad thai? ›

The crisp vegetables, savory noodles, and tangy sauce come together for its distinct taste. The eggs add a dash of protein. You'll get a helping of many foods, all in one dish. If you're looking for a delicious new meal to make for dinner soon, you'll love our spicy pad thai recipe.

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Is chicken Pad Thai good for you? ›

Best: Pad Thai

It's made from rice noodles sauteed with spices, peanuts, egg, and bean sprouts. Get it with shrimp, chicken, or tofu for lean protein, and extra veggies for fiber and vitamins. Just watch your portion: Pad thai clocks in at 300 to 400 calories a cup.

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What is Pad Thai chicken made of? ›

What is Chicken Pad Thai Made of? This Thai street food dish is primarily made with small pieces of cooked chicken, eggs, rice, noodles, an assortment of veggies and seasonings. Then it's all tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. My sauce is made with ketchup, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, peanut butter, and lime.

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What gives Pad Thai its taste? ›

Pad Thai Sauce is made with fish sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar and tamarind. Tamarind is the ingredient that is the heart and soul of Pad Thai sauce, giving the sauce the sour flavour that Pad Thai is known for. It's an ingredient used in South East Asian cooking, like this Malaysian Beef Rendang.

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What makes Pad Thai taste good? ›

The dish is mixed with a tamarind sauce and served with lime. The flavors of this dish are centered around a sweet-savory fusion. Salty, nutty, and with that slightly sweet sauce, it's a treat for tastebuds! Of course, every Pad Thai can be different.

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Is chicken Pad Thai high in carbs? ›

Pad Thai With Chicken (1 cup) contains 38.7g total carbs, 36.7g net carbs, 15.7g fat, 17g protein, and 360 calories.

Is Pad Thai high in carbs? ›

Pad Thai and other noodle dishes are high on carbs and a lot of sugar is usually added too, not to mention oil. Fried rice is a no-no as is sticky rice which is possibly worse than white steamed rice for those with T2DM.

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Is Pad Thai junk food? ›

Although the ingredients in pad Thai are generally pretty healthy, the calories can still add up fast. Just one cup of a typical pad Thai has about 400 calories and 17 grams of fat, as well as loads of sodium. To balance it out, I always order mine with an extra serving of steamed vegetables to mix in.”

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What can I use instead of tamarind paste in Pad Thai? ›

TAMARIND SUBSTITUTION

Although ketchup is a common replacement for tamarind paste, we prefer this tasty mixture: 1/4 cup (50 mL) tomato paste, 2 tbsp (30 mL) rice vinegar or freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice, 2 tbsp (30 mL) Worcestershire, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tbsp (15 mL) brown sugar and 1 tbsp (15 mL) water.

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What meat is best in Pad Thai? ›

The most traditional protein to use in pad Thai is shrimp, but pork, chicken, and beef are popular options as well. Eggs and tofu are usually incorporated as part of the basic stir-fry. Pad Thai is often not vegetarian even without meat, however, because of the fish sauce and/or dried shrimp used to make the sauce.

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What ethnicity is chicken Pad Thai? ›

Considered the national dish of Thailand, Pad Thai is a noodle stir-fry that brings together a unique blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors to create a depth of flavor you can enjoy in every bite.

Does Pad Thai contain egg? ›

What is Pad Thai? Pad Thai is stir-fry dish made with rice noodles, shrimp, chicken, or tofu, peanuts, a scrambled egg and bean sprouts. The ingredients are sautéed together in a wok and tossed in a delicious Pad Thai sauce.

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Does Pad Thai come with eggs? ›

It is typically made with rice noodles, shrimp, peanuts, a scrambled egg, and bean sprouts.

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Why do Asians add egg to noodles? ›

The addition of eggs makes lo mein noodles chewier than udon, and they hold up better in pasta dishes. The plain wheat-based udon noodle absorbs broth and is perfect for soups.

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Is Pad Thai vegan without egg? ›

Some usually vegan friendly dishes are Red Curry, Pad Thai ordered without egg, and Massaman Curry. But as previously stated, don't be afraid to ask if they can make a certain dish vegan without fish sauce. Happy eating!