Keto Green Curry Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this flavorful and creamy Keto Green Curry Chicken, a low-carb twist on the classic Thai favorite. Tender bites of chicken breast are simmered in a fragrant green curry sauce made from coconut milk, green curry paste, and a splash of savory chicken broth. Vibrant vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and bamboo shoots add a wholesome crunch, while the finishing touches of fresh basil, cilantro, and lime brighten every bite. Perfectly seasoned with fish sauce, lime juice, and a hint of spice, this hearty, keto-friendly dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight meal. Serve it as-is or pair it with cauliflower rice for a satisfying, carb-conscious option the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons green curry paste
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 medium bell peppers
- 0.5 cup bamboo shoots
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lime, sliced for garnish
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add green curry paste and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned, about 5 minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir to combine, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
Cut the zucchini and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces, then add them to the skillet along with bamboo shoots.
Add the fish sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to ensure everything is coated in the sauce.
Cover the skillet and let the curry simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Stir in fresh basil leaves and cilantro just before serving.
Serve hot with a wedge of lime for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.1 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.0 g | 155% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 587 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 7868 mg | 342% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.6 g | ||
| Protein | 200.2 g | 400% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 3685 mg | 78% | |
*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.
