Low Carb Malai Chicken

Indulge in the creamy decadence of Low Carb Malai Chicken, a guilt-free twist on a classic Indian favorite. This recipe features tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of heavy cream, fresh ginger, garlic, green chilies, and aromatic spices like garam masala and ground cumin. Cooked to perfection in ghee, this dish boasts a velvety texture with a luscious, mildly spiced cream sauce that’s both flavorful and low in carbs, making it ideal for keto or gluten-free diets. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking, it's a quick yet exquisite meal that pairs perfectly with cauliflower rice or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, low-carb dinner. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of color and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Boneless chicken thighs
• 120 ml Heavy cream
• 4 Crushed garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 2 Green chilies
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (coriander) leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing the boneless chicken thighs thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small blender or food processor, blend the crushed garlic cloves, fresh ginger, green chilies, and cilantro leaves until it forms a smooth paste.

Step 4

Add the paste to the chicken pieces along with the lime juice, garam masala powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is coated evenly.

Step 5

Pour the heavy cream over the marinated chicken mixture and stir well. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for the best infusion of flavors.

Step 6

Once marinated, heat ghee in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. When the ghee is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet.

Step 7

Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked and tender. You should see oil separating from the cream, indicating the malai sauce is thickened.

Step 8

Taste the chicken for seasoning, and adjust salt and pepper as necessary.

Step 9

Garnish the chicken with additional fresh cilantro leaves if desired, and serve hot.

Step 10

Pair this flavorful Low Carb Malai Chicken with a simple green salad or cauliflower rice for a complete low-carb meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(834.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1586.3

Total Fat 120.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 626.0mg	0%
Sodium 2761.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.1g
Protein 103.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 165.3mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1566.5mg	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: 68.1%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 5.7%