Lemon Chicken (Keto and Low Carb)
This buttery lemon chicken recipe is quick and easy, simple and delicious, low carb and keto-friendly. Chicken breasts are breaded and fried and then simmered to perfection in a garlicky lemon butter sauce.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 362kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3/4 c whey protein isolate
- 1 tbsp corn starch non-GMO, gluten-free
- 2 tbsp lemon and garlic seasoning
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 lemons zested and juiced, separated
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts halved horizontally
- 1 c chicken broth
- 4 tbsp butter melted
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Optional Freshly chopped parsley and lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the breading. Mix whey protein isolate, corn starch, lemon and garlic seasoning, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
- With the smooth side of a meat mallet, pound chicken cutlets between two pieces of cling wrap until all are the same thickness.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Coat each chicken cutlet with breading, dip in the egg, shaking off any excess, and then dredge in the breading once more.
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat and fry the breaded chicken cutlets on each side until browned.
- While the chicken is browning, make the sauce. Mix the chicken broth, butter, and garlic, adding a little salt and pepper as well.
- Once the chicken is brown on both sides, add the sauce and cook until chicken reaches 165°F.
- (Optional) Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley if desired.
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Notes
A Note on Nutrition Facts
I am not a nutritional expert or medical professional. Nutritional information for my recipes are provided as a courtesy and are only an approximation. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of any nutritional information provided for any recipe on this site.
Net carbs provided are the total carbs less fiber and sugar alcohols. Erythritol, allulose, and monk fruit carbs are not included in the nutritional information as they have been shown to have a low impact on blood sugar. Those with diabetes or other health-related issues may need to calculate net carbs differently. If you need help managing or calculating carbs, ask your doctor or dietician for guidance.
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Nutrition
Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 1178mg | Potassium: 698mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg