This keto grilled Chicken & Parsley-Olive Sauce is a perfect keto-friendly dish. This dish is very flavorful and delicious, so everyone will love to have this dish at outdoor grilling or at a picnic. This dish is made with a combination of chicken thighs along with the olive sauce, which is made with a combination of olives, garlic, olive oil, and parsley. These ingredients are easily available in supermarkets or at home. This dish prepares quickly in only twenty-five minutes, so we can easily prepare this dish on busy days as well. This keto grilled Chicken & Parsley-Olive Sauce is not just keto-friendly, but you can also have this dish if you have a gluten or dairy allergy because it is free from both. This dish contains lots of protein and good fats, so this dish keeps us full throughout the day.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Cook time: 15 mints.
- Total time: 25 mints.
- Serving size: One chicken thigh along with two spoons of sauce
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Prep time: 10 mints.
- Course: Dinner
- Diet: Keto, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Grill or grill pan
- Food processor or knife & cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Meat thermometer
INGREDIENTS:
For the Chicken:
- 4 chicken thighs (with bone & skin)
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- For the Parsley-Olive Sauce:
- ½ cup parsley leaves
- ¼ cup green olives
- 2 tbsp. capers
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- Salt & pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN THIGH:
- It is used to prepare this dish and it is more juicy and delicious.
OLIVE OIL:
- It is used to prepare this dish, and it provides healthy fats in the dish.
PAPRIKA:
- It is added to the dish to provide the smoky flavor without the additional spice.
GARLIC POWDER:
- It is included in the dish to provide the flavor and depth in the dish without the moisture.
OLIVES:
- We utilize the green olives to prepare this dish, and they give the tangy and briny taste in the chicken.
CAPERS:
- It is added to provide the additional brine flavor, and it is optional.
PARSLEY:
- It is used to garnish the dish, and it provides flavor and bright color in the dish.
LEMON JUICE:
- It is added to balance the acidity of the sauce, and we would also utilize the red wine vinegar for this purpose.
GARLIC:
- We would utilize the fresh garlic to prepare the sauce and which adds depth of flavor to the sauce, and it also makes it rich.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We would preheat the grill at a moderate to high setting.
- Take a small dish and add the paprika powder, olive oil, salt, garlic seasoning, and black pepper, and mix all these spices.
- We put this seasoning mix on chicken thighs and rub it properly.
- Then we can grill the chicken thighs for six to seven minutes and their temperature reaches 165° F.
- We can add the ingredients of the sauce to a food processor and combine to get a chunky & smooth sauce.
- When we allow the chicken to rest for five minutes, we then add the sauce to the chicken thighs and serve them warm.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Serve this chicken along with cauliflower rice or zoodles.
- Grilled asparagus and zucchini also pair well with this chicken.
- We can also have this dish along with the side dish of mashed avocado for the healthy fat content.
- This grilled chicken also taste great with the green salad.
- We can garnish this dish with the crumbs of feta cheese for additional richness.
- You would also drizzle the remaining sauce on the grilled vegetables or shrimp.
TIPS:
- We would have to properly dry the chicken before applying the seasoning so that it sticks to the chicken easily.
- You would utilize the thermometer to check the chicken to avoid overcooking.
- We would prepare the sauce in double the amount to utilize it as a dip or marinade.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We would put the chicken & sauce individually in sealed boxes for around three days.
FREEZER:
- We would freeze the chicken and sauce for two months.
FAQs:
Can I prepare this dish with chicken breasts?
- We can utilize the chicken breast to prepare this dish, but we have to adjust the grilling time and cook for about five to six minutes on one side.
Is this olive sauce spicy?
- This sauce is not spicy, but you can sprinkle some chili flakes or hot sauce to make it spicy as you prefer.
Can I make this chicken in oven?
- We can make this chicken in oven at 400°F for 25–30 minutes.
Is this grilled chicken and olive sauce dairy-free?
- This grilled chicken and olive sauce is naturally dairy-free as it is prepared with all dairy-free ingredients.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 380 kcal
Total carbs: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Net Carbs: 2g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 28g
Sodium: 610mg
Potassium: 450mg
Calcium: 35mg
Iron: 2mg
Vitamin A: 150IU
Serving Size: One chicken thigh along with two spoons of sauce.
