Low Carb Chicken in Cream Sauce
Indulge in a velvety, flavor-packed meal with this Low Carb Chicken in Cream Sauce recipe. Perfectly seared chicken breasts are bathed in a rich, creamy garlic-parmesan sauce, enhanced with the savory depth of chicken broth and the freshness of parsley. This keto-friendly dish is not only irresistibly delicious but also quick to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish. With its luxurious sauce and perfectly cooked chicken, it's a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with sautéed greens or a crisp salad. Ideal for weeknight dinners or low-carb lifestyles, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between comfort food and mindful eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Once done, transfer them to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the butter and the minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well to combine with the garlic and butter. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the parmesan cheese and continue to stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the cream sauce over them, and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the flavors combine.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the chicken hot, with the cream sauce drizzled over. Enjoy with a side of sautéed greens or a fresh salad for a low carb meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.1 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.6 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 896 mg | 299% | |
| Sodium | 3396 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 224.4 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 222 mg | 5% | |
*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.
