Low Carb & Keto Butter Chicken

This keto butter chicken recipe is part of the Indian cuisine.  It is a bomb recipe, an explosion of flavors, tons of spices in every bite and I am sure you will instantly fall in love with the Indian food. Ready in 30 minutes it is a family-friendly meal, easy to make and perfect for friends gatherings.

Ingredients for Butter Chicken

As you can see you’ll need quite a few basic ingredients that I ‘m sure you already have in your kitchen.

Garam masala is a must in this recipe. It is an Indian blend of spices such as coriander, cumin, cardamom, cloves, black pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Here are all the ingredients you’ll need to make the best keto butter chicken you will need:

1. high-quality butter
2. chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs
3. heavy whipping cream
4. onion
5. garlic cloves
6. Garam Masala
7. chili powder
8. fresh ginger
9. tomato sauce
10. salt & pepper to taste

Garam Masala Ingredients

If you can’t find Garam masala, make the spice blend at home:

• 3 tbsp. coriander seeds
• 2 tbsp. black peppercorns
• 2 tbsp. cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp. cardamom seeds
• 1 tsp. whole cloves
• 1 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 whole cinnamon stick

1. Start by browning the onion, garlic, and ginger in butter.
2. Add the chicken and let it cook until it turns white on all sides.
3. Season with the spices: Garam Masala, chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the tomato sauce and whipping cream over the seasoned chicken and let it simmer until desired consistency.

How to Make Low Carb & Keto Butter Chicken? Quick & Super Tasty

Amazing keto butter chicken recipe that tastes fantastic, it’s low-carb and super easy to make. It will definitely impress anyone.

CourseKeto Dinner

CuisineIndian

Keywordbutter chicken, keto butter chicken

Prep Time10 minutes

Cook Time30 minutes

Total Time40 minutes

Servings6 servings

Calories470kcal

Ingredients

• 8 tbsp butter
• 2 lbs chicken breast
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 medium onion diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tbsp Garam Masala
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
• 1 cup tomato sauce sugar-free
• 1 tsp salt or more to taste
• 1 tsp pepper or more to taste

Serving Suggestion

• keto naan
• cauliflower rice

US Customary – Metric

Instructions

• Heat a pan over medium heat and melt about two tablespoons of butter.
• Fry the onion, garlic and fresh ginger in butter for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
• Meanwhile cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
• Add the chicken over the cooked onion and cook it for about 5 minutes, constantly stirring as shown in the video.
• Once the chicken looks almost cooked add the seasonings: Garam masala, chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
• Stir in the tomato sauce and heavy whipping cream. Let it simmer for 15 minutes or until it reaches desired consistency and the chicken is thoroughly cooked. 

Notes

Don’t substitute the butter with coconut oil, it won’t taste the same. If possible use grass-fed butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 191mg | Sodium: 935mg | Potassium: 765mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 28.2% | Vitamin C: 8.2% | Calcium: 5% | Iron: 6.2%

Recipe adapted by : www.lowcarbspark.com