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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Seared chicken in a garlicky cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. An elegant, one-pan keto dinner that tastes far fancier than the effort involved.

By Sam Rivera, Recipe Developer ยท
Net carbs
6g
Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
510

A one-pan dinner that feels like a splurge

Creamy Tuscan chicken hits the sweet spot between weeknight simple and dinner-party impressive. Golden seared chicken rests in a velvety parmesan cream sauce studded with sun-dried tomatoes and wilted spinach.

The whole thing comes together in one skillet, and because the richness comes from cream and cheese rather than flour, it stays low in carbs while feeling indulgent.

  • Sear the chicken hard for the best color
  • Use the fond in the pan to build the sauce
  • Add spinach last so it just wilts
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. 2Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  3. 3Reduce the heat to medium, add the butter, and cook the garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. 5Whisk in the parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning, and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. 6Stir in the spinach and cook until just wilted, then return the chicken to the pan to warm through.
  7. 7Spoon the sauce over the chicken and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

510 cal6g net carbs46g protein34g fat2g fiber

Recipe FAQ

Are sun-dried tomatoes keto?

In small amounts, yes. They are concentrated so the carbs add up quickly, but a third of a cup spread across four servings keeps this dish comfortably low in net carbs.

Can I use chicken thighs?

Definitely. Boneless thighs work beautifully and stay extra juicy. Adjust the sear time down slightly and cook until they reach 175 degrees Fahrenheit.

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