Keto Chicken Congee
Cozy up with a bowl of comforting and flavorful Keto Chicken Congee, a low-carb twist on the traditional Asian rice porridge. This recipe swaps out carb-heavy rice for nutrient-packed cauliflower rice, creating a hearty dish that's perfect for keto diets. Tender chicken thighs simmer in fragrant chicken broth alongside garlic and ginger, infusing the congee with warm and soothing flavors. Finished with a splash of soy sauce or tamari and garnished with vibrant green onions, this dish delivers satisfying texture and bold, savory notes in every bite. Ready in just an hour, it's an ideal choice for anyone craving a healthy, gluten-free, high-protein meal that’s as delicious as it is nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Begin by mincing the garlic cloves and peeling and slicing the ginger into thin julienne strips.
In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and julienned ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the pot and brown them for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side until they have a nice sear.
Pour the chicken broth into the pot, bring to a simmer, and then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the chicken cook for about 20 minutes until fully cooked and tender.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the broth.
Add the cauliflower rice to the pot and stir well. Let it cook in the simmering broth for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it softens and resembles a porridge-like consistency.
Stir in the soy sauce or tamari, and season with salt and black pepper. If you enjoy some heat, add the chili flakes as well.
Chop the green onions and add them to the pot. Stir well and taste the congee, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
Serve the Keto Chicken Congee hot, garnished with additional green onions or a drizzle of sesame oil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.9 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 5960 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 156.0 g | 312% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 3070 mg | 65% | |
*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.
