Keto Low GI Chicken and Mushroom Skillet

This chicken and mushroom skillet is an easy and mouthwatering dinner option perfect for a Low-GI Keto diet. The juicy chicken thighs pair perfectly with the savory sauce, umami mushrooms, and sweet peas. This chicken recipe yields a fancy, delicious, and hearty meal without the extra effort. It is one of our favorite Keto chicken recipes because it takes under 30 minutes to prepare and is cooked in one skillet.

How to make Low-GI Keto High-Protein recipes?

The glycemic index (GI) is a value used to measure how much specific foods increase blood sugar levels. When preparing Low Glycemic Keto foods, you need to be aware of all the ingredients’ glycemic indexes. Any value under 55 is considered Low-GI, but keep in mind that not all Low-GI foods are Keto-friendly, and vice versa. This recipe uses ingredients with a very Low-GI of less than 1, including chicken, olive oil, bacon, mushrooms, chicken broth, and some Low-GI ingredients, including green peas (GI=48), parsley (GI=15), and onions (GI=10).

What can you serve this meal with?

Low-GI Keto recipes like this one are usually nutritious, satiating, and balanced on their own. However, you can serve it with a simple Low-Carb side dish like spiralized noodles, cauliflower rice, or steamed vegetables. These juicy chicken pieces will also pair perfectly with these Keto roasted brussel sprouts.

Can you use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs?

Even though chicken thighs are juicier and more tender, you can swap them for breasts in the same amount as long as you use boneless and skinless. You can also use turkey thighs/breasts for this recipe.

Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?

Absolutely! This dish is just as tasty the next day. Preparing a larger batch is as quick and easy and will provide you with ready-to-eat lunches for a couple of days. After cooking, allow the chicken and veggies to cool, then transfer each portion to an airtight container. When ready to eat, heat in the microwave for a couple of minutes until warm.