Healthy Low Carb Instant Pot Recipes
As Instant Pot cooking continues to rise in popularity, so does the demand for healthy and low-carb recipes. Instant Pot recipes are perfect for those looking to create delicious and nutritious meals in a short amount of time. This collection of healthy low carb Instant Pot recipes is sure to delight and inspire.
Lemon Garlic Chicken
Description:
This delicious and healthy low carb Instant Pot recipe is a lemon garlic chicken with a side of roasted vegetables. It is low in carbs, high in protein, and packed with flavor. It is the perfect meal to serve for a healthy family dinner.
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Ingredients:
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in the Instant Pot on the sauté setting.
2. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes, until lightly browned.
3. Add the garlic, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
4. Close the lid and select the "Manual" setting for 15 minutes.
5. Carefully release the pressure and open the lid.
6. Add the broccoli and cauliflower florets and stir to combine.
7. Close the lid and select the "Manual" setting for 5 minutes.
8. Carefully release the pressure and open the lid.
9. Stir in the butter and serve.
Equipment:
• Instant Pot
• Measuring spoons
• Measuring cups
• Wooden spoon
Notes:
This recipe is great served with a side of brown rice or quinoa. If you prefer a spicier dish, you can add red pepper flakes to the recipe.
Nutrition: Per Serving:
• Calories: 402
• Fat: 20.4g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 2.5g
Recipe Tips:
• For a creamier sauce, you can add a tablespoon of cream cheese or Greek yogurt to the recipe.
• For an extra flavor boost, add a tablespoon of freshly chopped herbs such as parsley or thyme.
• For a vegetarian version of this recipe, you can substitute the chicken for extra-firm tofu.
• To make this recipe even healthier, you can use skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts.
• If you prefer a less lemon-y flavor, you can reduce the amount of lemon juice.
• If you prefer a spicier dish, you can add some red pepper flakes to the recipe.
• To make this a one-pot meal, you can add in some cooked whole grain pasta or quinoa.
• To make this dish even more flavorful, you can add some freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
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