Grilled chicken is a great lunch or dinner option because it’s low in fat and high in protein. Pair this zesty cilantro lime grilled chicken with avocado salsa and you’ve got yourself a dish that will become a family favorite. We make this dish at least once a week because of how fresh, healthy, delicious, and simple it is to make.
This delicious meal is a must try, particularly if you are on a low-carb or keto diet. The lean chicken and avocado will keep you full for hours with just 5 net carbs (minus fiber) per serving. The chicken can be marinated in advance and kept in the fridge or freezer for easy prep. If you’re in a hurry and do not have time to marinate the chicken, use the quick marinade instead.
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Keto Grilled Marinated Chicken 🔗
Whether you are on a quest for health or good taste, keto grilled marinated chicken makes the perfect recipe to treat yourself, kids, and guests. Tender and succulent, the dish is a long-time summer tradition that can be cooked and enjoyed pretty much every week.
Prep: 5min
Nutrition Facts: calories 213 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 carbs, Protein 39.4 grams of protein, Fat 3.2 grams fat
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, minced or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, minced and lightly packed or 4 teaspoons dried parsley
- ¼ cup fresh basil, minced and lightly packed or 4 teaspoons dried basil
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs
Instruction:
- To a medium bowl, add lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce.
- Whisk in olive oil. Add minced garlic.
- Stir in freshly minced herbs until combined.
- Add chicken to a large bowl or ziploc bag. Pour marinade over chicken. Seal and let sit in the refrigerator for 2 to 8 hours.
- When ready to cook, let chicken come to room temperature and pre-heat the grill to high and prepare it for cooking. Lower the heat to medium, remove chicken from marinade, place the chicken directly on the grates Turn occasionally until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side. They are ready when the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Let rest for 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
FAQ
Is Grilled Chicken Good for keto diet?
Yes, grilled chicken is a great addition to a Keto diet, though chicken thighs are preferable due to their higher fat content.
Is grilled chicken good for weight loss?
Because it is lean and has significantly fewer calories and fat than other meats, grilled chicken is almost always a mainstay of healthy diet plans. Eating it frequently can help you lose weight, especially when you substitute it for fatty meats like beef or pork.
Can I take breading off chicken on keto?
As a general rule, you can eat fried chicken without breading while adhering to a ketogenic diet because it has zero carbs without the breading, unlike standard fried chicken, which has 8 to 11 grams of carbs per medium piece of KFC chicken (source).
What type of chicken can you eat on keto?
Chicken. Since chicken contains no carbs, it is allowed on the keto diet. Choose dark meat for more fat and iron. For instance, the USDA reports that one roasted chicken thigh with the skin on contains 10 grams of fat.