Keto Lemongrass Chicken
Infuse your weeknight dinner with bold Southeast Asian flavors by trying this savory and aromatic Keto Lemongrass Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a fragrant blend of fresh lemongrass, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and coconut aminos, this dish is both carb-conscious and packed with mouthwatering zest. Perfectly seared in coconut oil and simmered to perfection, the chicken develops a rich, flavorful glaze enhanced by fish sauce and a hint of red chili flakes. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed low-carb vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete keto-friendly meal. Ready in under an hour, it's an irresistible combination of vibrant spices and comforting warmth that's ideal for keto dinner enthusiasts and fans of Asian-inspired cuisine alike!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 stalks Lemongrass stalks
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce, or coconut aminos for a stricter keto diet
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 whole Lime, juiced
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Slice the lemongrass stalks thinly using the tender inner parts. Discard the outer fibrous layers.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the lemongrass, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce or coconut aminos, fish sauce, lime juice, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Step 3
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or for more flavor, marinate overnight.
Step 4
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Add the marinated chicken thighs to the skillet, reserving the marinade, and sear the chicken for about 3-5 minutes on each side until browned.
Step 6
Pour the remaining marinade into the skillet with the chicken. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the skillet, and let the chicken cook for another 20 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender.
Step 7
Uncover the skillet and increase the heat slightly to let the sauce reduce to your desired thickness.
Step 8
Once the chicken is fully cooked through, remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Step 9
Serve the lemongrass chicken hot with a side of steamed low-carb vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete keto meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (687.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1403.3 |
| Total Fat 86.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 46.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 500mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4640.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.5g | |
| Protein 110.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 181.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2165.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories