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prep time
20 min
cook time
25 min
ready time
45 min
Keto Chicken Meatball Detox Stew
If there is one Keto detox recipe that you should try, it is this Keto chicken meatball detox stew. It is hearty, packed with flavor, and tastes absolutely delicious. It is simple to make, requires only a few ingredients, and comes together in about 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or for when you are on a time crunch. It can be made ahead of time and simply reheated all week, saving you energy, effort, and time. Plus, it is soothing and cozy, making it ideal for the cold winter months.
Can you meal prep this Keto detox stew?
Yes, this Keto chicken meatball detox stew is meal prep friendly. You can either opt to make the whole Keto detox stew ahead of time, portion it out into individual airtight containers, and enjoy it all through the week, or you can pre-make the chicken meatballs and freeze them in an airtight container or ziplock bag to use whenever you make this stew or any other Keto detox recipes. Apart from that, any leftover stew can be stored in the fridge for one week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
What makes this recipe detox-friendly?
This recipe combines simple yet nutritious components that may help in the detoxification of the body, such as vitamin C-packed collard greens and lemon juice. Onions and garlic contain anti-bacterial and anti-fungal compounds, as well as antioxidants that may help in blood purification and reduction of cancer risk and inflammation. Including healthy fats from olive oil, metabolism-boosting protein (chicken), and warm spices like cumin and black pepper make this soup cleansing yet hearty and delicious.
Can you customize this recipe?
Absolutely! This Keto detox stew recipe is very simple, giving it more room for flexibility. Instead of collard greens, you can use spinach, bok choy, or any other low-carb greens. To make this soup richer in flavor, incorporate other components like mushrooms, nuts, seeds, or even celery. For the seasoning, you may use whatever dried herbs or spices you have on hand, such as rosemary, bay leaves, thyme, or oregano. Lastly, using fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley can add just the touch of freshness this Keto detox stew needs.
Net Carbs
4.8 g
Fiber
3.8 g
Total Carbs
8.7 g
Protein
27.9 g
Fats
15 g
271 cals
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Ingredients
Ground chicken meat
400 g
Salt
0.5 tsp
Garlic powder
0.5 tsp
Cumin, ground
1 tsp
Paprika
0.5 tsp
Black pepper
0.25 tsp
Garlic
2 clove
Onion
0.5 small
Carrots, raw
1 small - 5 3/4" long or less
Collard greens
1.5 cup
Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp
Tomato paste
1 tbsp
Lemon juice
1 tsp
Cooking Stock, Chicken
2 cup
Recipe Steps
steps 5
45 min
Step 1
To a large bowl, add the ground chicken, 1/2 tsp salt, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and black pepper. Mix to incorporate. Divide into 12-16 meatballs and roll between your palms until round.Step 2
Add a tablespoon of olive oil to a nonstick pot or skillet and place it over medium-high heat. Cook as many sides of the meatballs as possible until golden. The meatballs will not be fully cooked through, they will finish off cooking in the stew.Step 3
While the chicken meatballs are cooking, prep the other components. Dice the onion and carrot, mince the garlic, and roughly chop the collard greens. Once the chicken meatballs are golden on all sides, transfer them to a plate. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the same pot and drop the heat to medium low.Step 4
Add the onion, carrots, and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Add the chicken stock and tomato paste and bring to a boil. Drop the heat and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.Step 5
Drop the chicken meatballs in the stew and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until cooked all the way through. Add the collard greens and allow to simmer for 1-2 more minutes until slightly wilted. Season with salt and pepper to your preference. Stir in the lemon juice, and serve!
Comments
OutstandingAvocado558738 2 years ago
Delishy-OH-so! I thought this dish was gonna be the opposite, only because my chicken mince was very mushy and I couldn’t form proper round balls.. but I was proved wrong. So many flavours are having a party in my mouth. I used bok choy instead of collard greens. Will definitely be cooking this again on a cold winter night.
recipewriter 2 years ago
Thank you for your feedback !
Fortelouve 2 years ago
Delicious! Could not find ground chicken so used the inside of chicken sausages for the meatballs (don't add salt as the sausage meat is already salted). Used baby cabbage in place of the greens and fried the cabbage with the onions, garlic and carrots.
recipewriter 2 years ago
Thank you for your feedback !