Poultry Mains

When it comes to poultry, you may think you’re limited to the same boring boneless, skinless chicken breast recipes that are so common to other diets. However, the keto diet allows you to eat a variety of poultry—even beyond the chicken and duck options listed in this chapter. From chicken alfredo to duck confit, these recipes allow you enjoy indulgent poultry-based meals without any guilt.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

1 lb. (450g) broccoli florets, cut into small florets

1⁄4 cup unsalted butter 1 lb. (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced

1⁄2 tsp. sea salt 1⁄4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 10 medium white button mushrooms, sliced 2 garlic cloves 11⁄2 cups heavy cream 21⁄2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Nutrition per Serving

Fat 74% Protein 21% Net Carb 5% Ratio 1.2:1

Calories 392 Fat 32g Protein 21g Total Carbohydrate 7g Dietary Fiber 2g Net Carbohydrate 5g Cook Time: 40 mins Yield: 9 cups

1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Evenly spread broccoli florets on the bottom of 9-inch (23cm) square baking dish.

2Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter and chicken thighs. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until chicken is browned. Remove from the skillet and place on a plate.

3Reheat the skillet and add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Add white button mushrooms and sauté, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until mushrooms are lightly browned. Add garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute. Transfer vegetables to the plate with chicken.

4Reheat the skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining 1 tablespoon unsalted butter and wait until melted.

5Add heavy cream in a slow stream and whisk constantly, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes.

6Add 11⁄2 cups sharp cheddar cheese and continue to whisk until mixture thickens, or about 1 to 2 minutes. Pour mixture evenly into the baking dish over broccoli.

7Transfer chicken and mushrooms and spread evenly over broccoli and cheese sauce.

8Sprinkle remaining 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese over top and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is browned and bubbly. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Size: 11⁄2 cups

Add black olives, sliced kielbasa, or even a dash of hot pepper sauce to this versatile casserole to mix it up.