Keto Cauliflower ‘Potato’ Mash with Garlic Butter Chicken

Why this?
This recipe cleverly replaces traditional potato mash with creamy cauliflower mash, making it a perfect keto-friendly dinner that satisfies comfort food cravings without the high carbs. The garlic butter chicken pairs beautifully with the smooth, cheesy mash, creating a balanced and flavorful meal.

Ingredients:

1 large head of cauliflower (about 600g), cut into florets

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add cauliflower florets. Cook until very tender, about 10-12 minutes.
While cauliflower cooks, season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and dried thyme.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from pan and keep warm.
Drain cauliflower well and transfer to a food processor. Add butter, minced garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Pulse until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve chicken thighs over cauliflower mash, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Diet Types: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with cauliflower mash

Servings: 4

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 420 kcal

Total Fats: 28 g

Sodium: 380 mg

Dietary Fiber: 5 g

Total Sugars: 4 g

Proteins: 35 g

Calcium: 150 mg