Keto Butter Chicken Sauce

Transform your favorite dishes with this rich and creamy Keto Butter Chicken Sauce—a low-carb twist on the classic Indian-inspired favorite. Bursting with bold flavors from garam masala, cumin, coriander, and a touch of chili powder, this sauce combines tender notes of onion, garlic, and ginger with the luxurious richness of butter and heavy cream. Its velvety texture pairs perfectly with chicken or hearty vegetables, making it a versatile option for keto meal prep. The addition of fresh cilantro adds a vibrant finish, balancing the spices for a perfectly satisfying dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this keto-friendly sauce brings the comfort of butter chicken to your table without breaking your carb goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 1 cup tomato paste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste, stirring frequently until it darkens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the heavy cream, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and salt, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1629.5

Total Fat 135.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 385.3mg	0%
Sodium 2768.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 28.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 247.1mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 3109.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 18.1%