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Creamy Keto Butter Chicken Recipe with Fluffy Cauliflower Rice

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A rich and creamy keto-friendly butter chicken served with fluffy cauliflower rice, perfect for a low-carb, flavorful dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (full-fat)
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 large head cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 tbsp unsalted butter for cauliflower rice

Instructions

  1. Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice-sized grains (about 4 cups). Alternatively, grate the florets carefully with a box grater. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the cauliflower rice, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy. Stir in 1 tbsp butter if desired for extra richness. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  3. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and almost cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter, then the chopped onion. Cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in garam masala, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Toast the spices for 1 minute, watching closely to avoid burning.
  6. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stir well, and let the sauce simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  7. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Return the chicken to the pan, coating each piece with sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is creamy.
  8. Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the top. Serve the creamy keto butter chicken hot over the fluffy cauliflower rice.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure a golden brown crust. Toast spices gently over medium heat to avoid bitterness. Use chicken thighs for juiciness. Simmer sauce gently to prevent cream from curdling. Cook cauliflower rice until tender but not mushy. Add a splash of water or chicken broth if sauce is too thick.

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