Easy Keto Chicken Madras Curry

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  • prep time

    prep time

    10 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    30 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    40 min

Easy Keto Chicken Madras Curry

This Keto chicken Madras recipe is rich, fragrant, and a relatively spicy curry with tender pieces of chicken. The onion, garlic, and ginger are first blended, which helps to give the sauce a thick and silky texture. Like most traditional Indian dishes, there are many variations, and this tomato-based Keto chicken curry is a perfect winter warmer, with the spices of cinnamon, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and chili. A Madras is often served with cooling yogurt Raita on the side. Your midweek meals just got even better with this easy and delicious Keto curry!

Is curry Keto?

Yes! Curry can be suitable for a Keto diet since the base is typically made from onions, tomatoes, and spices. You can use any main protein of choice, and serve it over cauliflower rice. As with everything, moderation is key.

What kind of chicken should I use?

For this curry recipe, chicken breast is best, however, you can also use skinless and boneless chicken thighs.

Are there any ingredient substitutions?

Substitute chicken with paneer cheese for a vegetarian option, or try beef, prawns, or pork if you like. Yogurt can be substituted for a plant-based alternative, or try it with coconut cream.

Can I adapt this recipe to other diets?

This dish is naturally gluten-free, and you can easily make this curry vegan by substituting the chicken for tofu, cauliflower florets, or other vegetables of your choice.

What can I serve with this curry?

Serve this Madras curry with a side of cool Keto Raita., cauliflower rice, or Keto Naan Bread. Don't forget to garnish with cilantro over the top.

Can I freeze this chicken Madras curry?

Yes, simply allow the chicken madras curry to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a freezer-safe airtight container and storing it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Defrost it in the fridge overnight, and reheat in a saucepan set over medium heat, occasionally stirring, until the chicken is piping hot throughout. Add a tablespoon of water at a time if it looks dry.

  • Net Carbs

    5.4 g

  • Fiber

    2.9 g

  • Total Carbs

    8.4 g

  • Protein

    41.1 g

  • Fats

    13.2 g

321 cals

Easy Keto Chicken Madras Curry

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Ingredients

  • Coconut oil

    Coconut oil

    2 tbsp

  • Onion, white, yellow or red, raw

    Onion, white, yellow or red, raw

    0.5 cup

  • Ginger Root Raw

    Ginger Root Raw

    1 tbsp

  • Garlic, fresh

    Garlic, fresh

    3 teaspoon

  • Garlic, fresh

    Garlic, fresh

    2 clove

  • Cinnamon Stick

    Cinnamon Stick

    1 piece

  • Turmeric, ground

    Turmeric, ground

    0.5 tsp

  • Cumin, ground

    Cumin, ground

    1 tsp

  • Coriander Seed Ground

    Coriander Seed Ground

    1 tsp

  • Mustard powder

    Mustard powder

    1 tsp

  • Red Chili Powder

    Red Chili Powder

    1 tsp

  • Garam masala

    Garam masala

    2 tsp

  • Salt

    Salt

    0.5 tsp

  • Black pepper, ground

    Black pepper, ground

    0.5 tsp

  • Tomato, canned

    Tomato, canned

    400 g

  • Chicken breast, skin removed before cooking

    Chicken breast, skin removed before cooking

    500 g

  • Greek yogurt, plain, nonfat

    Greek yogurt, plain, nonfat

    2 tbsp

  • Cilantro Or Coriander Leaves Fresh Or Raw Herb

    Cilantro Or Coriander Leaves Fresh Or Raw Herb

    2 tbsp

Recipe Steps

steps 7

40 min

  • Step 1

    Roughly chop the onions, garlic, and ginger. Transfer to a food processor and blend to a paste. Add 1-2 teaspoons of water to loosen the paste if needed.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Heat the oil in a large frying pan set over medium-high heat. Add in the cinnamon stick and onion mixture. Saute for a few minutes, occasionally stirring, until the mixture begins to darken but not burn, and the paste is fragrant.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Add the turmeric, ground cumin, coriander, mustard powder, red chili powder, garam masala, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir through and continue to saute for another couple of minutes. A thick paste will form.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Dice the chicken into ½-inch slices. Add the diced chicken to the spice paste and saute for 3 minutes until the chicken has been sealed in the spices.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Tip in the can of chopped tomatoes and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook the chicken for a further 10-12 minutes or until cooked through. If the sauce looks too thick, add ¼ cup of water, or more as necessary.
    Step 5
  • Step 6

    Add the yogurt to the curry and incorporate it well. Taste for seasoning, and if you like it spicier, adjust the spice to your preference.
    Step 6
  • Step 7

    Roughly chop the cilantro and sprinkle over the top. Serve the curry hot with a side of Raita, cauliflower rice, or Keto Naan bread.
    Step 7