Keto Hearty Okra Stew
Dive into a bowl of comforting and nutritious **Keto Hearty Okra Stew**, a low-carb delight packed with bold flavors and vibrant vegetables. This recipe combines tender, browned chicken thighs with garden-fresh okra, sweet red bell peppers, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and thyme for a deeply satisfying dish. Simmered to perfection in a rich tomato and low-sodium chicken broth base, this hearty stew is perfect for chilly evenings or when you're craving a wholesome, keto-friendly meal. Ready in under an hour, it's an easy-to-make one-pot wonder that delivers warmth and sustenance with every bite. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and serve it hot—it's a truly irresistible way to enjoy okra and classic Southern-inspired flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound okra, fresh or frozen, sliced
- 1 unit small onion, finely chopped
- 3 unit garlic cloves, minced
- 1 unit red bell pepper, diced
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
- 2 cups chicken broth, low sodium
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the sliced okra to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the browned chicken to the pot. Add the canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and tomato paste.
Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer the stew for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender, and the flavors have melded together.
Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley, if using.
Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Keto Hearty Okra Stew!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 567 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 2423 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.6 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.9 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 136.1 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 607 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3987 mg | 85% | |
*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.
