Low Carb Chicken Saag

Indulge in the rich flavors of Low Carb Chicken Saag, a healthy twist on the classic Indian dish that combines tender chicken breast pieces with a vibrant spinach sauce. Perfect for low-carb and keto enthusiasts, this recipe is packed with immune-boosting ingredients like fresh spinach, garlic, and ginger, and enhanced with aromatic spices such as garam masala, cumin, and turmeric. A touch of heavy cream adds velvety smoothness to the sauce without compromising its healthful appeal. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-pan dish makes a satisfying weeknight dinner, best served with cauliflower rice or on its own for a guilt-free, flavor-packed meal. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 10 ounces Spinach, fresh
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 Tomato, diced
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the diced tomato, cumin, turmeric, cayenne, and salt. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomato softens.

Step 6

In a blender, add the fresh spinach and 1/4 cup of water; blend until smooth.

Step 7

Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.

Step 8

Pour the spinach puree into the pan, stirring well to combine with the spices and chicken. Cover and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Uncover the pan, stir in the heavy cream and garam masala, and let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the mixture is thick and creamy.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1257.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1612.8

Total Fat 88.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 505.6mg	0%
Sodium 3503.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.6g
Protein 154.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 378.3mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 3456.7mg	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: 51.3%

Protein: 40.0%

Carbs: 8.7%