Low Carb Creamy Chicken

Indulge in the rich and satisfying flavors of Low Carb Creamy Chicken, a perfect dinner option for those craving a hearty, low-carb meal without sacrificing flavor. This one-skillet wonder features tender, seared chicken breasts simmered in a velvety garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, enhanced by the vibrant addition of fresh spinach and sweet cherry tomatoes. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this dish is both quick and easy to whip up on busy weeknights. Served on its own or paired with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles, this recipe is a keto-friendly delight that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts and sear them until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add butter.

Step 5

Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the chicken to the skillet, along with any juices. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes or until fully cooked through.

Step 8

Add fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes into the sauce, stirring gently to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top as a garnish.

Step 10

Serve the creamy chicken hot, optionally over a bed of cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a complete low-carb meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1267.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2638.0

Total Fat 168.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 937.4mg	0%
Sodium 4022.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 4.3g
Protein 235.5g	0%

Vitamin D 39.3IU	0%
Calcium 617.8mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2262.8mg	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: 60.4%

Protein: 37.5%

Carbs: 2.1%