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Lazy Keto Butter Chicken

A modern, low-carb spin on a classic Indian dish, this keto butter chicken will melt in your mouth. It's super easy to make, and is perfect for anyone dabbling in lazy keto.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6
Calories 295 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet / frying pan (preferably non-stick)
  • 2 Large chopping boards
  • 1 Cooking knife

Ingredients
  

The Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken breast (thigh also works) (cubed)
  • 2 tbsp Garam masala
  • ~1 tsp Ginger (fresh, grated)
  • ~1 tsp Garlic (fresh, minced)
  • 4 oz Plain Greek yoghurt
  • 1 tbsp Coconut oil (refined)

The Sauce

  • 2 tbsp Butter or ghee
  • 2 tsp Ginger (fresh grated)
  • 2 tsp Garlic (fresh, minced)
  • 2 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chill powder (optional)
  • 1 tbsp Ground coriander
  • 0.5 tbsp Garam masala
  • 14 oz Crushed tomatoes (canned is fine)
  • 1 Brown onion (grated or chopped)
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper (as needed)

Optional Additions

  • Chopped cilantro (fresh)
  • Jalapeños (fresh, sliced)
  • Cauliflower rice (1 full head)

Instructions
 

Preparing the Chicken

  • Cut chicken into 2- or 3-inch cubes and combine in a bowl with garam masala, grated fresh ginger, minced fresh garlic, and the Greek yoghurt.
    Place covered in the fridge for at least 30 mins (24 hours ensures the flavors really marinate into the chicken)
    2 tbsp Garam masala, ~1 tsp Ginger, ~1 tsp Garlic, 4 oz Plain Greek yoghurt, 1.5 lbs Chicken breast (thigh also works)

Preparing the Sauce

  • Add the chopped or grated brown onion, remaining garlic, ginger, and garam masala, along with the cumin, ground coriander, crushed tomatoes, and chilli powder if using into a blender or food processor and blend until nice and smooth. Place in the fridge until ready to use.
    2 tsp Ginger, 2 tsp Garlic, 2 tsp Cumin, 1 tbsp Ground coriander, 0.5 tbsp Garam masala, 14 oz Crushed tomatoes, 1 Brown onion, 1 tsp Chill powder

Cooking

  • Heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on all sides for 3-4 minutes each.
    1 tbsp Coconut oil
  • Pour the sauce into the pan and cook for another 6-7 minutes.
  • Finally, mix in the heavy cream and butter or ghee, and cook for a further 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
    2 tbsp Butter or ghee, 0.5 cup Heavy cream, Salt and pepper
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and sliced jalapeños and serve over cauliflower rice if desired.
    Chopped cilantro, Jalapeños, Cauliflower rice
Keyword keto butter chicken, keto chicken, lazy keto