Healthy deviled egg recipe without mayo

This low carb, keto deviled eggs recipe with chicken and Greek yogurt is a healthy take on the classic – deviled eggs without mayo, yet creamy and yummy! An easy appetizer and a crowd-pleaser for any party, these chicken deviled eggs can also double-up as a holiday recipe made with leftover chicken.

An easy deviled eggs recipe with a delicious chicken stuffing that can make a weekend family breakfast special. It is also one way to make the best use of leftover chicken from last night’s dinner. A breakfast par egg-cellence!

You will rate this as one of the best keto deviled egg recipes because

• it is healthier than the classic version, substituting high-calorie mayo with Greek yogurt.
• like all chicken and egg recipes, it is high-protein and low-carb, using lean meat instead of bacon.
• other than being a great party appetizer, this can easily be one of those egg recipes you can have for lunch or dinner.
• chicken can be replaced with minced fish, prawns or vegetables. But it really gives you a kick to eat a deviled egg with chicken inside! You don’t have to worry about which came first!
• you can use the leftover chicken filling for grilled sandwiches the next day- a perfect lunch box idea. The filling keeps well for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator (depending on the freshness of your eggs).
• serve warm or chilled, TASTES GREAT either way!

are deviled eggs healthy?

THIS VERSION definitely is. The egg, being a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals, high-quality protein and disease-fighting nutrients like carotenoids and choline, is a favorite for many of us. So easy to cook and so good to eat! And what better way to cook than with chicken inside making it more flavorful as well as healthier? Win-win!

What you need for the no mayo deviled eggs

You will need hard-boiled eggs, minced chicken, onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, chili powder or cayenne pepper, yogurt and cilantro with some chives and paprika for garnishing. It might seem like a lot of ingredients for a deviled egg recipe, but the cooking part is quite straight forward. The only hard part is to prevent yourself from finishing off the filling before putting it into the egg whites!

How to make deviled eggs without mayo

Hard boil the eggs

Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover completely with cold water and set to boil on high heat. Once it comes to a boil, reduce heat to medium and let it simmer for 8 minutes. Remove the eggs and plunge them in ice water for 5 minutes. This way the eggs are perfectly cooked and are easy to peel. Peel and slice them into halves lengthwise. Remove the yolks carefully with a small spoon and mash.

Chicken and egg yolk filling for the deviled eggs

(Detailed instructions in the recipe card below)

Heat cooking oil in a pan and saute the onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic and chicken, then add the spices and yogurt. Once the chicken is cooked, which takes about 10 minutes, turn off the heat and add the cooked and mashed egg yolks.

Spoon the filling into the egg whites and garnish with chives and paprika.

what to eat with deviled eggs

Eat these deviled eggs whenever you want- for breakfast, lunch or dinner, pairing with:

• lentil salad or beet orange salad.
• chickpea curry soup or lentil soup.
• cauliflower rice stir-fry.
• no-mayo coleslaw.

Deviled eggs without mayo | healthy deviled eggs recipe

This low carb keto deviled eggs recipe is a healthy take on the classic – deviled eggs without mayo, yet creamy and yummy! An easy party appetizer, these chicken deviled eggs filling can also end up on your grilled sandwiches!

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

assembling 10 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Course Appetizer, Breakfast

Cuisine Indian

Servings 5

Calories 209 kcal

Ingredients

  

Deviled eggs

• 5 eggs large

Chicken filling

• 300 grams minced chicken (11 ounces)
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 onions finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tomato finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons yogurt
• cilantro a bunch, finely chopped

Garnish

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives

Instructions

 

• Hard boil the eggs, peel them and slice into halves lengthwise. Scoop out the yolks carefully with a small spoon. Mash well and Keep aside.
• Heat the oil in a pan and saute the onions for 5 min until it turns translucent, then add ginger and garlic. After 5 min, add tomatoes and salt.

  Once the tomatoes turn mushy, add minced chicken, chilli powder, pepper, salt and yoghurt. Mix well and keep it closed for 10 min or until the chicken is cooked and the gravy turns thick.
• Turn off the heat, add the yolks and cilantro. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
• Place the egg whites with the cut side up on a serving platter. Spoon the chicken mixture into each egg white and garnish with the chives and paprika.

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Notes

• You can use the left-over filling for sandwiches or wraps which taste great! The leftover filling keeps well in the fridge for 2 to 3 days (if you’ve used fresh eggs).
• If you are using leftover chicken or for this recipe, mince the chicken and add at the end of step 2, just before turning off the heat. Reduce the spices since the roast chicken may already have some flavor.
• Chicken can be replaced with minced shrimps.
• For vegetarian options, replace the chicken with minced firm tofu or vegetables of your choice (grated carrots, finely chopped beans, cauliflower, peas, potatoes).

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