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Keto Butter Chicken in a cast iron skillet with cauliflower rice

Keto Butter Chicken

This Keto Butter Chicken is a spin on our favorite Indian dish. It’s super easy to make, only takes about 30 minutes, and everyone at your table will love it!
4.46 from 50 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: 30-minute, easy, keto, low carb
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 293kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast cubed
  • 2 tablespoons garam masala
  • 3 teaspoons fresh ginger grated
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 oz whole milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons ghee or butter
  • 1 onion
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 14.5 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • ½ tablespoon garam masala
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Salt to taste

Optional for serving:

  • minced cilantro
  • cauliflower rice
  • sliced fresh jalapeños

Instructions

  • Cut chicken into 2-inch pieces and place in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons garam masala, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon minced garlic. Add in the yogurt, stir to combine. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill at least 30 minutes.
  • For the sauce, place the onion, ginger, garlic, crushed tomatoes and spices in a blender, and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken along with the marinade in the skillet, browning 3 to 4 minutes per side. Once browned, pour in the sauce cook and 5 to 6 minutes longer.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and ghee, continue to cook another minute. Taste for salt and add additional if needed. Top with cilantro and serve with cauliflower rice if desired.

Notes

Nutritional information does not include cauliflower rice

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Keto Butter Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Cholesterol 111mg37%
Sodium 278mg12%
Potassium 724mg21%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 29g58%
Vitamin A 697IU14%
Vitamin C 10mg12%
Calcium 84mg8%
Iron 2mg11%
*

Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.

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