Description
A rich and flavorful keto chicken dish coated in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce—low in carbs and perfect for a satisfying dinner. This recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious blend of heavy cream, parmesan cheese, garlic, and Italian seasoning, delivering a comforting, cheesy sauce that pairs wonderfully with low-carb side dishes.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Garnish
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the skillet: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat, ensuring the fats are melted and combined evenly for cooking the chicken.
- Season the chicken: While the skillet is warming, season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance the flavor throughout the cooking process.
- Cook the chicken: Place the chicken into the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.
- Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned, which infuses the oil and butter with garlic flavor.
- Make the creamy sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to combine with the garlic-infused fats.
- Add cheese and seasoning: Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, continuing to cook on low heat until the sauce thickens slightly and the cheese is melted and well incorporated.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over them to coat thoroughly, and let everything simmer together for 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately for a warm, comforting meal.
Notes
- Serve this dish with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal.
- Using chicken thighs instead of breasts will yield juicier, more flavorful results.
- Keep the heat low when simmering the cream sauce to avoid curdling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American