KETO INSTANT POT RECIPE: Clean Keto Chicken
This is another great dish for keto newbies as well as those looking to get back into ketosis—it’s super filling, offers equal amounts of protein and fat, and has only 4 grams of net carbs. It’s also incredibly easy to make and uses ingredients you probably have on hand. I like to use chicken thighs in this recipe because they have more fat and, in my opinion, more flavor than chicken breasts, but if you have chicken breasts in your fridge, go ahead and use them here.
Serves: 4
Active prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
INGREDIENTS
1 lemon, sliced
1∕₄ cup white wine or chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, sliced
4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
3∕₄ teaspoon dried thyme, divided
1∕₂ teaspoon fine Himalayan pink salt
1∕₂ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter or ghee
1∕₄ cup heavy cream
1∕₄ cup grated Parmesan cheese (1 ounce), plus more for garnish
DIRECTIONS
1. Place the lemon slices, wine, garlic, and 1∕₂ cup water in the Instant Pot. Season the chicken with 1∕₂ teaspoon of the thyme, the pink salt, and pepper. Place the chicken in the pot.
2. Secure the lid on the pot and close the pressure-release valve. Set the pot to HIGH pressure for 15 minutes. At the end of the cook-ing time, quick-release the pressure.
3. Open the pot and transfer the chicken thighs to a serving platter. Cover with foil to keep warm. Keep the lemon and garlic in the pot.
4. Select SAUTÉ and add the remaining 1∕4 teaspoon thyme, the butter, cream, and Parmesan. Simmer until the sauce is reduced and slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Select CANCEL.
5. To serve, pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with additional Parmesan.
Per serving: Calories: 233 • Total Fat: 16 g • Protein: 16 g • Total Carbs: 5 g • Fiber: 1 g • Erythritol: 0 g • Net Carbs: 4 g
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