Keto Penne Pasta with Chicken
Indulge in the creamy, low-carb delight of Keto Penne Pasta with Chicken—a perfect dish for pasta lovers embracing a ketogenic lifestyle. This recipe combines tender, golden-browned chicken with satisfying keto-friendly penne, all bathed in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Enhanced with a touch of Italian seasoning and finished with fresh basil, each bite is bursting with rich and savory flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, this hearty yet guilt-free meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Discover a comforting pasta alternative that satisfies without sacrificing your keto goals!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Keto-friendly penne pasta
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by preparing the keto penne pasta according to the package instructions. Typically, this involves boiling the pasta in lightly salted water until al dente, then draining and setting aside.
Step 2
2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the chicken. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
4. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5
5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet to add flavor. Allow the broth to simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
6. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
Step 7
7. Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and well incorporated.
Step 8
8. Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Step 9
9. Return the cooked chicken and the prepared keto penne pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the chicken and pasta are well coated with the sauce.
Step 10
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped basil for a burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1290.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2514.7 |
| Total Fat 155.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 73.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g | |
| Cholesterol 710.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5957.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.9g | |
| Protein 219.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1057.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1779.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories