Description
Creamy Keto Tuscan Chicken is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner that brings the rich flavors of Italy to your table in just 25 minutes. This one-pan meal features succulent chicken breasts seared to perfection and enveloped in a luscious parmesan cream sauce, enhanced by tangy sun-dried tomatoes and vibrant spinach. Perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests, this dish is not only low-carb but also customizable with your favorite vegetables. Enjoy this creamy delight that satisfies your cravings while aligning with your health goals.
Ingredients
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- 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons lemon-pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 medium size onion, diced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (julienned)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 5 sun-dried tomatoes, cut into julienne strips
- 1 teaspoon arrowroot powder (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with lemon-pepper seasoning and salt on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the seasoned chicken for about 10-12 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onions until translucent (3-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. Stir continuously until melted.
- Add spinach and sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce; simmer for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it with sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg