Teriyaki Chicken with Sesame Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients

• 200 g chicken thighs
• 2 medium zucchini
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp erythritol sweetener
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tsp fresh ginger
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks scallions
• 1/4 tsp xanthan gum(optional)
• 1 tbsp neutral oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, erythritol, grated garlic, and grated ginger; sprinkle in xanthan gum if using for a thicker glaze.

2. 2

   Season chicken thighs and sear in neutral oil over medium-high heat 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.

3. 3

   Pour in the sauce and simmer 2–3 minutes, spooning the glaze over the chicken until sticky.

4. 4

   Spiralize zucchini and sauté briefly in sesame oil for 1–2 minutes; do not overcook.

5. 5

   Plate zucchini noodles, top with sliced chicken and remaining glaze, and finish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions.