Keto Basil Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Keto Basil Chicken recipe, designed to satisfy your cravings while keeping you on track with your low-carb goals. Succulent bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs are perfectly seared and paired with aromatic garlic, fresh basil leaves, and a tangy lime-infused sauce featuring soy sauce and fish sauce for a burst of umami. A dash of red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, complementing the dish's herbaceous and savory profile. Quick to prepare with a total time of just 35 minutes, this gluten-free and keto-friendly recipe is perfect for busy schedules. Serve this one-pan wonder hot, garnished with extra basil or a lime wedge, for a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 g Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 30 g Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce, or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tsp Fish sauce
- 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 medium Lime, juiced
Instructions
Begin by slicing the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the sliced chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, fish sauce, red chili flakes, and lime juice in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste if desired.
Once the chicken is cooked, push it to one side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the empty side. Add fresh basil leaves and stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Reduce the heat to low and combine the chicken with the basil in the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and basil, stirring to ensure everything is well coated.
Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for an additional 3-4 minutes, infusing the flavors.
Remove from heat and transfer the Keto Basil Chicken to a serving dish. Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional fresh basil or a lime wedge.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.4 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 5727 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 162.1 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1832 mg | 39% | |
*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.
