Low Carb Palak Chicken

Indulge in the wholesome flavors of Low Carb Palak Chicken, a nutritious and protein-packed twist on the classic Indian favorite. This keto-friendly recipe features tender chicken breast simmered in a vibrant spinach puree, infused with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. It’s a quick and satisfying dish, with a creamy optional finish of fresh cream for added indulgence. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this one-pot wonder is naturally low in carbs, gluten-free, and ready in under 45 minutes. Serve it piping hot with a side of cauliflower rice or enjoy it as is for a hearty, guilt-free meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 200 grams Fresh spinach
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Tomato
• 3 units Garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 2 units Green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 100 ml Water
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and chop the spinach leaves, then blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and puree the spinach in a blender, setting it aside for later use.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, tomato, garlic, ginger, and green chilies.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Step 5

Add chopped onions to the pan and sauté until they become golden brown.

Step 6

Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies, continue to sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 7

Mix in the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil begins to separate.

Step 8

Add the chicken pieces and sauté until they are fully coated with the spice mixture.

Step 9

Pour in the water, cover the pan, and let the chicken simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, or until it is thoroughly cooked.

Step 10

Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the spinach puree and allow it to cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 11

If desired, stir in fresh cream to make the sauce richer and creamier.

Step 12

Sprinkle garam masala over the dish and mix well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1206.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1317.0

Total Fat 60.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 470mg	0%
Sodium 5365.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 151.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 408.5mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2268.9mg	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: 40.5%

Protein: 45.4%

Carbs: 14.1%