Description
This 2-Ingredient Vegan Chicken recipe is a plant-based game-changer. Using just jackfruit and vital wheat gluten, you get shreddable, chewy vegan meat that’s perfect for everything from wraps to stir-fries. Quick, versatile, and packed with protein!
Ingredients
▢ 2 (14 oz) cans jackfruit in brine or water, drained and rinsed
▢ ¾ cup vital wheat gluten
Instructions
1. Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit thoroughly. Squeeze out excess moisture using your hands or a clean towel.
2. Add the jackfruit to a food processor. Pulse a few times until it reaches a stringy, pulled texture.
3. Transfer to a mixing bowl and sprinkle with vital wheat gluten.
4. Use your hands to knead the mixture for 2–3 minutes until a cohesive, elastic dough forms.
5. Divide into 4 portions. Shape each into a log or cutlet.
6. Choose your cooking method:
7. – Steam for 20 minutes for a deli-style vegan chicken.
8. – Pan-fry in oil for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.
9. – Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
10. Let rest a few minutes before slicing, shredding, or serving as desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the shaped vegan chicken before cooking.
Use in sandwiches, tacos, stir-fries, pasta dishes, or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Vegan Mains
- Method: Steamed / Pan-Fried / Air-Fried
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg