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Healthy Low Carb Recipes – If you feel like you want to cut down on the carbs but still want a quick and easy dinner that doesn’t take an eternity to prepare, these quick recipes are a low carb dream. Check out our list of healthy low carb recipes below!
Low Carb Recipes: 25 Healthy Low Carb Recipes that Don’t Take Forever to Prepare
1. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
2. Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
3. Blackened Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
4. Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
5. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Lemon Asparagus
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
6. Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
7. Garlic Butter Cod with Lemon Asparagus Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
8. Easy Oven Baked Chicken Bites
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
9. Garlic Butter Sausages and Broccoli Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
10. Meal Prep Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballs with Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
11. Healthy Roasted Chicken Parmesan Kale Salad
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
12. Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet (20 Minutes)
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
13. Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
14. Cauliflower Broccoli Ham Salad {Low Carb / Keto}
Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
15. Garlic Butter Salmon with Lemon Asparagus Skillet
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
16. Egg Roll Bowls with Chicken and Cabbage
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
17. Garlic Butter Steak and Lemon Green Beans Skillet
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
18. Garlic Butter Cauliflower Rice with Kale
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
19. Instant Pot Pork Chops with Green Beans
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
20. Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake
Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
21. 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
22. Blackened Chicken Salad with Avocado
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
23. Cilantro Lime Shrimp
Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
24. Parmesan Cauliflower Rice Skillet
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
25. Sausage, Pepper and Cauliflower Fried Rice
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25 Healthy Low Carb Recipes that Don’t Take Forever to Prepare: Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet
by eatwell101
Yield: 3 servings Prep Time: 10 min Cook time: 20 min
This skillet chicken Thighs recipe with green beans is a snap to fix and is so addicting!
Ingredients you need for the Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet
Directions
1. To make the lemon garlic butter chicken thighs recipe with green beans: In a small bowl, combine onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Season chicken thighs generously with the spice mixture. Set aside while you prepare green beans.
2. Arrange green beans in a microwave-safe dish with 1/2 cup (125ml) water. Cook in the microwave for 8-10 minutes, until almost done but still crisp.
3. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Lay the seasoned chicken thighs in one layer in the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes then flip and cook another 5-6 minutes, until cooked through and a cooking thermometer displays 165°F (75°C). If chicken browns too quickly, lower the heat. Adjust timing depending on the thickness. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, lower the heat and melt the remaining tablespoon of butter. Add chopped parsley, garlic, hot sauce, red crushed chili pepper flakes, and pre-cooked green beans and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until cooked to your liking. Add lemon juice and chicken stock and reduce the sauce for a couple of minutes, until slightly thickened.
5. Push green beans to the side and add cooked chicken thighs back to the pan and reheat quickly. Adjust seasoning with pepper and serve the lemon garlic butter chicken thighs immediately, garnished with more crushed chili pepper, fresh parsley, and a slice of lemon if you like. Enjoy!
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Low-carb diet tips
Following a low-carb diet can be challenging, especially at the beginning. Here are a few low-carb diet tips that might help people stick to their diet.
Knowing what foods are low-carb
Low-carb foods include:
- Lean meats, such as sirloin, chicken breast, or pork
- Fish
- Eggs
- Leafy green vegetables
- Cauliflower and broccoli
- Nuts and seeds, including nut butter
- Oils, such as coconut oil, olive oil, and rapeseed oil
- Some fruit and berries, such as apples, blueberries, and strawberries
- Unsweetened dairy products including plain whole milk and plain Greek yogurt
Which foods to avoid in a low carb diet
Sugary fruits (except named above), potatoes, beer, soda/juices, rice, pasta, bread, chocolate bars, candies…
Create and follow a meal plan that includes low carb recipes
The reason why a lot of people are craving or always hungry is probably that they don’t space out their meals properly. It’s best to have three meals and two snacks a day every three to four hours. A regular routine is better than snacking all day long without any plan, as you may end up taking in more calories than you should.
