Keto Creamy Chicken Pasta

Indulge in this flavorful and satisfying Keto Creamy Chicken Pasta, a low-carb take on the classic comfort food. Made with juicy, pan-seared chicken breast, a rich and velvety sauce of heavy cream, Parmesan, and cream cheese, and perfectly tender spiralized zucchini, this dish delivers all the creamy, cheesy goodness you crave without the carb overload. Fresh cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil brighten the dish, adding bursts of flavor and color. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder is an ideal keto-friendly dinner for busy weeknights or an impressive meal to share with family and friends. Say goodbye to carb-heavy pasta and hello to this nutrient-packed, guilt-free delight that satisfies every creamy pasta craving!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 ounces cream cheese
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 4 cups spiralized zucchini (zoodles)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Season the sliced chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add butter and let it melt. Then add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the heavy cream, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and chicken broth, whisking constantly until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Add the spiralized zucchini to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still slightly firm.

Step 9

Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with the halved cherry tomatoes. Toss well to combine and heat through.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.

Step 11

Serve immediately, enjoying your creamy chicken pasta with a keto-friendly twist!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1569.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2553.6

Total Fat 192.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 833.2mg	0%
Sodium 5929.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 171.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1286.2mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 2882.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.7%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 4.0%