Keto Lemongrass Chicken
Experience the bold, fragrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this irresistible Keto Lemongrass Chicken recipe! Perfectly tender, boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a zesty blend of lemongrass, garlic, fresh ginger, lime juice, and keto-friendly coconut aminos for a punch of umami that’s both low-carb and guilt-free. Sautéed to golden perfection in coconut oil and simmered with the aromatic marinade, this dish boasts an irresistible balance of tangy, savory, and slightly spicy notes thanks to the red chili flakes. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables, this flavorful one-pan wonder is the ideal choice for anyone following a keto diet or simply craving a healthy, delicious meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 stalks Lemongrass stalks
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce, or coconut aminos for a stricter keto diet
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 whole Lime, juiced
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Slice the lemongrass stalks thinly using the tender inner parts. Discard the outer fibrous layers.
In a large bowl, combine the lemongrass, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce or coconut aminos, fish sauce, lime juice, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or for more flavor, marinate overnight.
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken thighs to the skillet, reserving the marinade, and sear the chicken for about 3-5 minutes on each side until browned.
Pour the remaining marinade into the skillet with the chicken. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the skillet, and let the chicken cook for another 20 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender.
Uncover the skillet and increase the heat slightly to let the sauce reduce to your desired thickness.
Once the chicken is fully cooked through, remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve the lemongrass chicken hot with a side of steamed low-carb vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete keto meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.6 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.8 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 4640 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.3 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2165 mg | 46% | |
*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.
