Keto Chicken Tinola
Warm, nourishing, and bursting with traditional Filipino flavors, Keto Chicken Tinola is a low-carb twist on a classic comfort food. This aromatic soup combines tender chicken thighs, the zesty warmth of fresh ginger, and the umami depth of fish sauce, all simmered to perfection in a rich chicken broth. Instead of the traditional green papaya, chayote is used for its mellow flavor and keto-friendly profile, paired with vibrant, nutrient-packed spinach for a fresh finish. With just a hint of garlic and onion rounding out its layers of flavor, this satisfying dish is perfect for a wholesome, healthy meal that’s easy to prepare. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for anyone following a keto lifestyle or simply craving a hearty, soul-soothing soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 inches ginger
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups spinach
- 2 medium chayote
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
Begin by peeling and slicing the ginger into thin strips. Mince the garlic cloves and slice the onion into thin wedges. Peel and cut the chayote into bite-sized pieces.
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ginger and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the minced garlic and onion to the pot, sautéing until the onions are translucent, around 3 minutes.
Add the chicken thighs to the pot and pour in the fish sauce. Cook the chicken until lightly browned on all sides, which should take about 5 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and water, bringing the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot, letting it cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
Add the chayote pieces to the pot and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, until the chayote is tender.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the spinach leaves to the pot, stirring until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Ladle the hot soup into bowls and enjoy your flavorful Keto Chicken Tinola.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.5 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.2 g | 261% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 846 mg | 282% | |
| Sodium | 7945 mg | 345% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 258.3 g | 517% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 4532 mg | 96% | |
*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.
