Korean Garlic Butter Chicken

Korean Garlic Butter Chicken is a savory and rich dish that combines the umami flavors of soy sauce and garlic with the luxurious taste of butter. Perfectly cooked chicken thighs are coated in a delightful garlic butter sauce, making it a satisfying keto-friendly lunch option.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 400 grams
• Butter - 50 grams
• Garlic - 6 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Keto-friendly sweetener (like erythritol) - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced

Steps

1. 1. Begin by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt and black pepper.
2. 2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. 3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking until they are browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
5. 5. Once the chicken is cooked through, lower the heat and add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and keto-friendly sweetener, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.
6. 6. Continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
7. 7. Finally, stir in the chopped green onions and remove from heat.
8. 8. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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