Jamaican Chicken Keto Pilaf
A flavorful and spicy Jamaican-inspired dish made with chicken, cauliflower pilaf, and a hint of Caribbean seasoning. Perfect for a keto diet.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- ●1 head cauliflower
- ●2 tablespoons coconut oil
- ●2 teaspoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
- ●1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ●1 teaspoon onion powder
- ●1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- ●1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- ●chopped (optional) fresh cilantro
- ●1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 3
In a small bowl, mix together the jerk seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 4
Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, making sure to coat it evenly.
- 5
Heat the coconut oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until it's browned.
- 7
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 8
While the chicken is cooking, pulse the cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice.
- 9
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 10
Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it's tender and lightly browned.
- 11
Fluff the cauliflower rice with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 12
Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
- 13
Serve the chicken on top of the cauliflower pilaf and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.