Five Ingredient Keto Butter Chicken (Print View)
Rich, creamy Indian-inspired chicken with just five ingredients for easy low-carb weeknight dinners.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Dairy
02 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 1 cup heavy cream
→ Sauces & Condiments
04 - 1/2 cup sugar-free tomato sauce (passata or pureed tomatoes)
→ Spices
05 - 2 tbsp garam masala
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
02 - Sprinkle the garam masala over the chicken, stirring well to coat. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Pour in the tomato sauce and stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.
04 - Add the heavy cream and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is rich and creamy and the chicken is fully cooked.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The sauce comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
- Heavy cream creates that luxurious restaurant texture without any thickeners or flour
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- Letting the cream come to room temperature prevents it from separating when added
- Simmering too fast after adding cream can cause the sauce to break
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- Cutting chicken into uniform pieces ensures even cooking throughout
- Pat the chicken dry before searing for better browning and flavor