Keto Butter Chicken with Rice

Indulge in the ultimate low-carb comfort food with this Keto Butter Chicken with Cauliflower Rice! Tender, marinated chicken thighs are seared to perfection and simmered in a rich, buttery tomato-cream sauce infused with bold Indian spices like garam masala, cumin, and coriander. This keto-friendly twist swaps traditional rice for light and fluffy cauliflower rice, making it a guilt-free, low-carb dinner that's full of flavor and satisfying texture. Ready in under an hour, this one-pan meal is perfect for weeknights or meal prep, while the vibrant cilantro garnish adds a fresh finishing touch. Enjoy all the warmth and satisfaction of classic butter chicken without compromising your keto goals!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili powder
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 250 ml Heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 head Cauliflower, riced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chicken marinade. In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs with salt, ground black pepper, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, chili powder, ginger, garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices. Cover and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the marinated chicken and sear both sides until the chicken is browned, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, tomato paste, and heavy cream. Stir well to create a rich and creamy sauce, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 4

Return the chicken to the skillet and let it simmer in the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet, allowing the chicken to cook through and the flavors to meld, for about 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the cauliflower rice. Heat olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the riced cauliflower and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Once the chicken is cooked through, garnish it with chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Serve the butter chicken hot with a side of cauliflower rice for a delicious, keto-friendly meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1547.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2796.1

Total Fat 216.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 1006.6mg	0%
Sodium 3407.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 146.8g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 303.9mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 3730.1mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 7.5%