Keto Butter Chicken Sauce
Dive into indulgence with this rich and creamy Keto Butter Chicken Sauce, a low-carb twist on a beloved Indian classic. Bursting with bold flavors from aromatic spices like garam masala, cumin, and coriander, this sauce is perfectly balanced with the lush creaminess of heavy cream and the tangy depth of tomato paste. Simmered to perfection and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, it's the ultimate keto-friendly pairing for grilled chicken, cauliflower rice, or roasted veggies. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a flavorful way to satisfy your cravings while staying true to your keto lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste, stirring frequently until it darkens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
Add the heavy cream, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and salt, stirring to combine.
Reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 565 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
