Keto Butter Garlic Chicken Breast

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This quick and easy recipe for Butter Garlic Chicken Breast packs a flavorful punch with a delicious blend of garlic, chili flakes, and herbs. The chicken breast is perfectly seared and coated in a savory sauce, making it a new favorite in your dinner rotation. It’s also keto-friendly, making it a great option for those on a low-carb diet.

Ingredients:

• Chicken breast
• Olive oil or cooking oil
• Butter
• Minced garlic
• Red chilli flakes
• Dried oregano
• Red chilli sauce
• Sugar
• Lemon juice
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• Parsley (or preferred herb) for garnish

Marinade:

• Salt
• Fennel seeds
• Dried herbs
• Chilli powder

Making The Butter Garlic Chicken Breast

Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces: Start by cutting the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces. You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for this recipe. It’s important to cut them into similar-sized pieces so that they cook evenly.

To coat the chicken, mix together the marinade ingredients in a bowl. These include 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds, 1 teaspoon of dried herbs, and 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder. Toss the chicken pieces in the marinade, making sure they are fully coated, and let them sit for at least 15 minutes. This will allow the chicken to absorb the flavors of the marinade, resulting in a more flavorful dish.

Fry the chicken pieces: In a pan on medium heat, add some olive oil or cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces and fry them on all sides until they’re cooked through. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan as this can release too much water and steam the chicken. You may need to fry the chicken in batches to ensure they cook evenly.

Set the chicken aside: Once the chicken is well-seared and cooked through, set it aside on a plate. This will allow any excess oil to drain off the chicken and prevent it from becoming too greasy.

Add butter to the pan: Reduce the heat to low and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the same pan. This will add a rich, buttery flavor to the dish.

Sauté minced garlic: Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds. This will infuse the garlic flavor into the butter.

Add red chili flakes: Add 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds. This will add a bit of heat to the dish.

Deglaze the pan: Mix in 1/2 cup of chicken stock to deglaze the pan. You can also use 1/2 teaspoon of chicken stock cube or bouillon powder mixed with 1/2 cup of water. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any bits of chicken or spices off the bottom of the pan.

Add seasoning: Add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 tablespoon of chili sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the pan and mix well. Let the sauce simmer until it reduces and thickens. This will allow the flavors to meld together and create a delicious sauce.

Season with lemon juice and salt: Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and salt if needed. Remember that the stock and chicken are already salted, so add salt only after tasting.

Add the fried chicken: Add the fried chicken to the pan and toss until all the pieces are well coated with the sauce. This will ensure that every bite of chicken is packed with flavor.

Add cornstarch slurry: If you want more sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup of water) to the pan and simmer until it thickens.

Garnish and serve: Garnish the dish with fresh parsley and serve it with rice, quinoa, bread, or veggies of your choice. Enjoy!

Tools Needed:

• Cutting board
• Knife
• Mixing bowl
• Frying pan
• Spatula
• Measuring spoons
• Measuring cup

Frequently Asked Questions

How many carbs are in garlic butter chicken breast?

The number of carbs in garlic butter chicken can vary depending on the specific recipe and ingredients used. However, a typical serving of garlic butter chicken breast contains around 2-3 grams of carbohydrates.

Is chicken breast OK on keto?

Yes, chicken breast is an excellent protein source and is allowed on a keto diet. It is a low-carb, high-protein food that can be prepared in a variety of ways to fit within a keto diet.

How many calories are in garlic butter chicken breast?

The number of calories in garlic butter chicken breast can vary depending on the specific recipe and ingredients used. However, a typical serving of garlic butter chicken breast contains around 250-300 calories.

Does chicken take you out of ketosis?

Eating chicken in moderation as part of a keto diet is unlikely to take you out of ketosis. However, it is important to pay attention to the cooking methods and any added sauces or marinades that may contain hidden carbohydrates. It is recommended to choose skinless chicken breast and prepare it using low-carb cooking methods such as grilling, baking, or pan-frying with minimal oil.

Keto Butter Garlic Chicken Breast

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

This Keto Butter Garlic Chicken Breast is an easy and delicious dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

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Ingredients

• 1 lb/450g chicken breast
• 2 tbsp olive oil or cooking oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp red chilli flakes
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp red chilli sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• Parsley (or preferred herb) for garnish

Marinade:

• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp fennel seeds
• 1 tsp dried herbs
• 1/2 tsp chilli powder

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat them with the marinade ingredients. Place the chicken aside for at least 15 minutes.
2. Heat a pan over medium heat, and add olive oil or cooking oil. Add the marinated chicken pieces and fry them on all sides until they are cooked through. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan to avoid releasing too much water and steaming the chicken.
3. Once the chicken is well-seared and cooked through, remove it from the pan and set it aside.
4. Lower the heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan.
5. Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
6. Add 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes and sauté for another 30 seconds.
7. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken stock to deglaze the pan. Alternatively, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of chicken stock cube or bouillon powder mixed with 1/2 cup of water.
8. Add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 tablespoon of chili sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the pan. Mix well and let the sauce simmer until it reduces and thickens.
9. Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and salt if needed. Remember, both the stock and chicken are all ready salted, so add salt only after tasting.
10. Add the fried chicken to the pan and toss until all the pieces are well coated.
11. If you want more sauce, add a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup of water) and let it simmer until it thickens.
12. Finally, garnish the dish with fresh parsley and serve it with your choice of rice, quinoa, bread, and veggies.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size: per serving
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 360kcalTotal Fat: 23gSodium: 660mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 27g

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