Keto Chicken Jollof Rice

Keto Chicken Jollof Rice is a delightful low-carb take on the classic West African dish, featuring flavorful chicken and cauliflower rice simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This dish offers a perfect balance of spices and aromatics, making it both satisfying and keto-friendly.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Cauliflower rice - 300 grams
• Tomato puree - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1, chopped
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Chicken broth - 200 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Curry powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Bay leaf - 1

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
2. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the red bell pepper, tomato puree, chicken broth, thyme, curry powder, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
4. Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet, stir well to combine, and cover. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cauliflower rice is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
5. Remove the bay leaf and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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