Simple Coconut Lemongrass Chicken and Kale is a simple coconut lemongrass chicken recipe built for a simple dinner option that still fits a low-carb routine. In addition, the recipe card below includes servings, cooking time, and nutrition facts so you can compare it with your own goals. For broader context, see our guides to metabolic health and low-carb vs keto.
Simple Coconut Lemongrass Chicken and Kale
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy2
servings10
minutes40
minutes634
kcalChicken is complemented by a light coconut and lemongrass infusion, which is married to kale in the end.
Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on free-range chicken thighs
5 garlic cloves, peeled
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/4 cup Golden Ghee
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 lemongrass stalk, chopped
1 lemon
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 cups torn kale leaves
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Place the chicken thighs in a cast iron or ovenproof skillet. Wedge the garlic cloves between the thighs.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the coconut milk, ghee, and cinnamon and microwave for 15 seconds to melt the ghee. Mix thoroughly.
- Drizzle the sauce over the chicken, then add the lemongrass around and between the thighs. Squeeze the juice from the lemon over the top of the chicken (use a strainer to catch any seeds) and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Bake the chicken until it is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
- When the chicken is done, turn on the broiler and place the chicken under the broiler until the skin is crispy, about 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken and garlic to serving plates (discard the lemongrass).
- Place the skillet on the stove over medium heat and add the kale. Wilt the kale, tossing frequently, about 5 minutes. Serve the kale with the chicken.
Nutrition Facts
2 servings per container
Serving Size1 servings
- Amount Per ServingCalories634
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
46g
71%
- Total Carbohydrate
13g
5%
- Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
- Protein 47g 94%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Nutrition note: Nutrition facts are estimated per serving from the ingredients listed. However, exact values can change with brands, portion size, optional toppings, and substitutions.
