Keto bowls are a versatile and satisfying way to enjoy a low-carb lifestyle. They can be customized with a variety of ingredients to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're a fan of Mexican-inspired flavors or prefer a Mediterranean twist, there's a keto bowl recipe out there for you.
Southwest Keto Chicken Bowl
One family favorite is the Southwest Keto Chicken Bowl. This recipe is packed with flavor and is a great way to enjoy a low-carb dinner.
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Cauliflower rice
- Green pepper
- Anaheim peppers
- Tomatoes
- Green onions
- Avocado or extra-virgin olive oil
- Taco seasoning
- Lime
- Sour cream
- Chicken bone broth
- Turmeric
- Butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the chicken bone broth and turmeric in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the riced cauliflower and salt.
- Turn the heat down to low to simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the liquid nearly all evaporates. Stir occasionally, being careful not to let it stick and burn.
- While the cauliflower rice simmers, slice the green pepper into strips, dice the tomatoes, and thinly slice the green onions. Zest the lime and then cut it into four quarters.
- Heat the avocado or extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
- Add in the green pepper and one tablespoon of the taco seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the pepper for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until slightly softened.
- Season the chicken strips with the other tablespoon of taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the pan with the green pepper and stir.
- Cook the chicken for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until cooked through and the pepper begins to caramelize.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter and turn off the heat.
- While the chicken cooks, take out two small bowls. In one, stir together the tomato, green onions, and some salt and pepper. Add one squeeze of lime juice (from one-quarter of the lime).
- In the second bowl, combine the sour cream, lime zest, another squeeze of lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Go back to the cauliflower rice and stir in 1 tablespoon of butter to melt. Season with salt and pepper and divide the rice into four portions of ½ cup each.
- Top the turmeric cauliflower rice with the chicken mixture, tomatoes and scallions, and lime sour cream.
Tips and Variations
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- If you'd like to bump up the spice level, add hot red pepper sauce to taste. Also, it's fun to serve it with a lime wedge on the side.
- Any leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for four to five days. It's easy to reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl
This recipe is a quick and easy one-pan dinner that's packed with protein and flavor. It's a great way to enjoy the flavors of an egg roll without the wrapper.
Ingredients
- Ground pork or beef
- Cabbage/coleslaw mix
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Sriracha
- Green onions
- Egg
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the beef until no longer pink.
- Add the minced garlic and sautee for 30 seconds.
- Add the cabbage/coleslaw, low-sodium soy sauce, and ground ginger, and sautee until desired tenderness. You can add a little water if you need more liquid to sautee the coleslaw down.
- Make a well in the center of the skillet and add the egg. Scramble until done over low heat.
- Stir in sriracha.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with green onions.
Tips and Variations
- You can use either pork or beef in this recipe.
- To save time, use store-bought coleslaw mix instead of slicing your own cabbage and carrot.
- Feel free to get creative and add your own toppings, such as sliced celery or mushrooms, duck sauce or sweet chili sauce, chopped peanuts, or chili oil.
Low-Carb Greek Chicken Bowls
Combining the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and Keto diet in one dish, these low-carb Greek Chicken Bowls are bursting with colours and flavours. Skillet grilled seasoned chicken is paired with the Greek salad staples of tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives and feta cheese.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Red wine vinegar
- Greek seasoning
- Sea salt
- Greek yoghurt
- Persian cucumber
- Garlic
- Lemon zest
- Fresh dill
- Black pepper
- Cherry tomatoes
- Red onion
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese
Instructions
- To make the chicken, combine the chicken, oil, lemon juice, vinegar, Greek seasoning, and salt in a sealable container. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- To make the tzatziki, stir together the yoghurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Refrigerate the tzatziki until you are ready to serve.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and marinade to the skillet. Cook the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until it is brown and its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- To make the red wine vinegar dressing, whisk together the oil, vinegar, oregano, and salt in a small bowl.
- To assemble the bowls, divide the chicken among four individual serving bowls. Top the chicken with the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, and feta cheese.
Tips and Variations
- You can buy ready-made Greek seasoning or make your own by mixing salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme or rosemary, garlic, paprika, and sometimes even cinnamon.
- This recipe is great for meal prep: you can get every element ready ahead of time and store in the fridge for a few days.
Keto Chipotle Chicken Bowl
This quick and simple chipotle chicken bowl is packed with flavor and super easy to make. These Low Carb Chipotle Chicken bowls are great for a healthy low carb lunch, quick and easy meal prep or healthy dinner.
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Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Avocado oil
- Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- Lime juice
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Cauliflower rice or Palmini fried rice or shirataki rice
- Romaine lettuce
- Cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Pico de gallo or salsa
- Cherry tomatoes
- Green onion
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients for the marinade (chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper) to a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Transfer marinade to a large bowl and add the chicken. Toss to combine, cover and place in the fridge for 1 to 3 hours.
- Heat avocado oil in a non-stick frying pan. Add the chicken with marinade and cook on a medium heat for about 10 minutes, turning a couple of times, until cooked through.
- To make the salsa, mix diced cherry tomatoes, and green onion in bowl. Toss with olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper.
- When ready to serve, divide your ingredients evenly.
Tips and Variations
- For the best flavor, use skinless and boneless chicken thighs, but feel free to use skinless chicken breasts if you prefer. It even works with ground chicken.
- To make this a keto burrito bowl use cauliflower rice or Palmini fried rice or shirataki rice.
- You can put whatever you want in it but fresh ingredients are always the best.
General Tips for Keto Bowls
- Choose your base: Lettuce, cauliflower rice, or Palmini rice are all great low-carb options.
- Add protein: Chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, or tofu are all excellent choices.
- Load up on veggies: Non-starchy vegetables like spinach, kale, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes are your friends.
- Don't forget the healthy fats: Avocado, nuts, seeds, and olive oil will keep you feeling full and satisfied.
- Spice it up: Use herbs, spices, and sauces to add flavor and variety.
- Meal prep: Keto bowls are great for meal prepping. Prepare the ingredients ahead of time and assemble the bowls when you're ready to eat.
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