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Low-Carb Cabbage With Chicken Recipe in a ceramic bowl
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Low-Carb Cabbage With Chicken Recipe

Low-Carb Cabbage With Chicken Recipe - keto, gluten free and low-calorie. This sauteed cabbage with chicken takes 20 minutes to prepare and makes a simple, nutritious and budget friendly family meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: bulgarian
Keyword: chicken and cabbage, chicken thigh recipes, low-carb cabbage
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into small pieces
  • 1 carrot large, shredded
  • 6 cups cabbage shredded
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp salt or more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp pepper or more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup water or chicken stock
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • parsley for garnishing

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes per side, until lightly browned, and no longer pink. Transfer to a plate. 
  • Add the remaining olive oil, then add cabbage, carrots, tomato sauce, salt and pepper and garlic powder. Sautee for 5 minutes. Then add water (or chicken stock) and bay leaf. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender and cooked. 
  • Add paprika and chicken. Cook for 5 more minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 530mg | Potassium: 379mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2020IU | Vitamin C: 26.9mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1.2mg