Rosemary Chicken with Cauliflower Mash (Low-Carb)
Looking for an easy guests that fits your rosemary chicken routine? This rosemary chicken with cauliflower mash is naturally low-carb, gluten-free and grain-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite low-carb recipes for anyone cutting carbs or following a keto or low-carb diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized. With just 6 g of carbs per serving, it fits easily into your daily carb budget.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 10 minutes prep, 20 minutes cook
- Servings: 2
- Carbs: 6 g per serving
- Diet: Low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 400 g chicken breast
- 200 g cauliflower
- 150 g cream cheese (double cream)
- 1 small lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 75 ml olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) convection. Lay the chicken in a baking dish. Wash the lemon, slice it with the peel and lay the slices on the meat. Slice the garlic and scatter in the dish.
- Stir the rosemary, salt and pepper with 75 ml olive oil and drizzle over the chicken. Roast 20 minutes at 350°F (175°C) convection.
- Meanwhile, bring a little water to a boil in a pot and cook the cauliflower florets 10 minutes. Drain and blend with the cream cheese and a pinch of salt until silky.
Tips & Variations
The lemon slices keep the chicken juicy and infuse it with bright flavor. Finish the mash with a pat of butter.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe keeps carbohydrates low — just 6 g per serving — while delivering plenty of healthy fats and protein. Keeping carbs moderate helps stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels, which makes weight loss easier and prevents the energy crashes and cravings that come with high-carb meals. It’s also naturally gluten-free and grain-free, making it a great choice for anyone with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really low-carb?
Yes. Rosemary Chicken with Cauliflower Mash contains just 6 g of carbs per serving — well within even a strict keto budget.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 2.
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