Red Chicken Curry

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This Keto-Friendly Easy Red Chicken Curry is a delightful blend of juicy chicken, warm spices, and creamy coconut milk, drawing inspiration from Thai cuisine to create a nutritious and satisfying meal. Perfect for those on a keto, low carb, or Whole30 diet, this recipe promises a rich flavor profile without compromising dietary goals. With high-protein chicken, vibrant veggies, and authentic spices, it’s a dish designed to delight both the palate and the body. (We have ours with rice, if your not after a keto meal)

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cooking Time

30 minutes

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

  • Chicken breasts, 4 (about 2 pounds or 900g)
  • Red Curry Paste, 4 tablespoons (60ml)
  • Coconut milk, 2 cans (800ml or 27 ounces)
  • Chicken stock, 1 cup (240ml or 8.45 ounces)
  • Garlic, 4 cloves, minced
  • Lime, 1 (juice extracted)
  • Red bell peppers, 2 (sliced into strips)
  • Cauliflower, 1 head (to make 4 cups of rice)
  • Coconut oil, 2 tablespoons (30ml)
  • Red onion, 1 medium (diced)
  • Thai basil, 1 cup (loosely packed)
  • Coconut flakes, 1/4 cup (15g)
  • Jalapeno, 1 (sliced for garnish)
  • Star anise, 2 pods
  • Sukrin Gold, 2 tablespoons (30g)
  • Coconut vinegar or apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons (30ml)
  • Fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon (grated)
  • Chilies, 2 (finely chopped)
  • Salt, to taste

Method

  • Begin by marinating the chicken breasts with 1 can of coconut milk, red curry paste, minced garlic, lime juice, and chopped chilies. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a pan over medium heat (350°F or 175°C) and sauté the bell peppers and red onion in coconut oil until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the marinated chicken to the pan, searing each side for about 3 minutes to lock in the flavors.
  • Pour in the remaining can of coconut milk, chicken stock, and add the star anise and Sukrin Gold. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add Thai basil, grated ginger, and coconut flakes. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  • While the curry simmers, prepare the cauliflower rice by pulsing cauliflower florets in a food processor until it resembles rice grains. Sauté the cauliflower rice with a pinch of salt in a separate pan until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve the red chicken curry over cauliflower rice, garnished with jalapeno slices, coconut vinegar, and a squeeze of lime.

This Keto-Friendly Easy Red Chicken Curry is a testament to the fact that following a ketogenic diet doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or variety in your meals. With its rich, aromatic sauce, tender chicken, and colorful vegetables, it’s a comforting and satisfying dish that’s sure to please any palate. It also demonstrates the versatility of keto cooking, promising a delicious and healthful meal that’s as good for your body as it is for your taste buds.

Nutritional Information (Approx)

  • Calories: 550
  • Fat: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g (Net carbs: 10g)
  • Protein: 45g
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg

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