LOW-CARB BUTTER CHICKEN

Name: LOW CARB BUTTER CHICKEN
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tbs. butter; 1 onion, diced finely; 1 thumb fresh ginger, grated; 14 oz. can light unsweetened coconut milk; 6 oz. can tomato paste; 1/4 tsp. Cape Crystal glucomannan to thicken; 1 tbs. garam masala spice blend; 1/2 tsp. paprika; 1/2 tsp. paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tsp. to 1 tbs. cayenne pepper, (optional for spice); 3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins, cut into 2-inch chunks; Garnish with fresh green onions, or cilantro.

August 7, 2023

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Looking to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and flavorful meal without compromising your low-carb or keto lifestyle? Look no further than this tantalizing Low-Carb Butter Chicken recipe! Wondering if Butter Chicken can be keto-friendly? Absolutely! Our innovative twist on this classic Indian favorite replaces traditional high-carb ingredients with smart alternatives like glucomannan and konjac gum, making it the perfect guilt-free indulgence. Brace yourself for tender, succulent pieces of chicken bathing in a rich, creamy, and aromatic tomato-based sauce, all while keeping those carb counts in check. Let's dive into this easy-to-follow keto Butter Chicken recipe that promises to delight your taste buds while aligning with your low-carb goals!

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LOW CARB BUTTER CHICKEN

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Servings

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Calories

625

Author:

Chef Marvel Cook

Ingredients

2 tbs. butter
1 onion, diced finely
1 thumb fresh ginger, grated
14 oz. can light unsweetened coconut milk
6 oz. can tomato paste
1/4 tsp. Cape Crystal glucomannan to thicken
1 tbs. garam masala spice blend
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp. to 1 tbs. cayenne pepper, (optional for spice)
3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins, cut into 2-inch chunks
Garnish with fresh green onions, or cilantro.

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Directions

STEP 1: Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
STEP 2: Add onion when butter is sizzling, and cook 2 - 3 minutes.
STEP 3: Add garlic and ginger, and stir, cooking until fragrant.
STEP 4: Add coconut milk, tomato paste, glucomannan to thicken, and spices, stirring until thickened and hot.
STEP 5: If you’re going to use the slow cooker, add sauce, and stir in sliced chicken. Cook on low heat for 5 hours.
STEP 6: Or you can fi nish in the skillet, stirring in chicken chunks, and simmering until they’re cooked through, about 15 minutes.
STEP 7: Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve over cauli rice for a low-carb dish, garnishing with green onions or cilantro.

Recipe Note

Butter chicken or Indian butter chicken is probably the most popular Indian food in the foreign market. Butter Chicken – A Dish That is Always a Pleasure, particularly now that it is low carb!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
per serving: Calories; 625

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs: 10.9 grams; 4%
Cholesterol: 212 milligrams; 71%
Fat: 33.4 grams; 43%
Fiber: 2 grams; 7%
Protein: 69 grams
Saturated Fat: 17 grams; 85%
Sodium: 258 milligrams; 11%
Sugar: 5.1 grams
Vitamin D: 3 micrograms; 13%
Calcium: 45 milligrams; 3%
Iron: 4 milligrams; 22%
Potassium: 609 milligrams; 13%

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