Butter Chicken

Start the sauce:

1.    Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

2.    Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring, until brick red, about 2 minutes.

3.    Add onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 4 minutes.

Make the Coconut-Cauliflower Rice:

4.    Heat coconut oil in a small pan over medium heat.

5.    Add cauliflower rice and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring often.

6.    Stir in coconut milk, curry powder, salt, and pepper.

7.    Cook another 3-5 minutes until tender but not soggy. Keep warm.

Cook the Chicken:

8.    To the skillet, stir in 2 tablespoons butter, garlic and ginger and cook for another 1 minute.

9.    Add lemon juice, salt, pepper, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne powder (if using) and coconut aminos. Mix well.

10.  Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.

11.  Pour in coconut milk and bone broth. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cover and cook on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the sauce is rich and creamy. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter.

Finish & Serve:

12.  Remove from heat. Adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

13.  Sprinkle with LOTS of fresh cilantro.

14.  Serve over coconut-cauliflower rice.

Macros:

Calories: 446

Protein: 28.2g

Carbs: 9.8g

Fat: 32.0g

Nutrition Facts:

🍗 Chicken Thighs

The juiciest cut in the poultry family! Chicken thighs are richer in flavor than breasts and contain more iron, zinc, and B vitamins—key for energy, immune support, and feeling like a functional human again.

🥥 Full-Fat Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is your creamy, dairy-free BFF. It's full ofMCTs (medium-chain triglycerides), which your body loves to burn for fuel. It also makes this dish feel indulgent while staying completely clean.

🍅 Tomato Paste

The unsung hero of sauces! Just a tablespoon is loaded with lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect your heart and keep your skin glowing. Bonus: it gives your butter chicken that “slow-simmered all day”taste in just minutes.

🧄 Garlic & Ginger

This dream team not only builds bold, aromatic flavor—they’re both natural anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting powerhouses.(Like if your spice rack had a wellness coach.)

🌿 Cilantro

This bright herb doesn’t just look fancy—it’s known for helping the body detox heavy metals and support digestion. It's basically nature’s internal cleanse.

🌾 Cauliflower Rice

A brilliant swap for regular rice, cauliflower rice is packed with fiber, vitamin C, and fewer carbs, helping to stabilize blood sugar while still satisfying your comfort food craving.

🧈 Butter + Coconut Oil

Both rich in healthy fats that help you feel full and satisfied. Grass-fed butter also brings vitamin K2, which supports bone and heart health. Coconut oil adds metabolism-loving MCTs and subtle tropical flair.

🌶️ Spices Like Garam Masala, Turmeric &Cayenne

Not just for flavor—these warm, earthy spices help boost metabolism, fight inflammation, and support gut health. Plus, they make your kitchen smell amazing.