Keto Chicken Jalfrezi

Keto Chicken Jalfrezi is a vibrant and spicy Indian stir-fry that features tender chicken pieces cooked with bell peppers, onions, and a medley of aromatic spices. This low-carb dish retains all the flavors of traditional Jalfrezi while being keto-friendly, making it a perfect dinner option for health-conscious diners.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Green bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Canned tomatoes - 200 grams, chopped
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
5. Add the chopped canned tomatoes, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Add sliced red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the peppers are tender but still crisp.
7. Sprinkle garam masala over the dish, mix well, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 34 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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