Low Carb Savory Herb Chicken in Creamy Garlic Sauce
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Low Carb Savory Herb Chicken in Creamy Garlic Sauce—perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner or special occasion meal. This recipe features tender, golden chicken breasts simmered in a luscious garlic-infused sauce, made creamy with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese for a velvety texture. A fragrant blend of Italian seasoning, thyme, and fresh parsley enhances the dish with irresistible herbal notes. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet recipe keeps clean-up minimal while delivering maximum flavor. Designed to fit low-carb diets, it’s a wholesome choice that pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a crisp, fresh salad. Treat yourself to this delectable dish where simplicity meets restaurant-quality taste!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter.
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Reduce the heat to low, stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, dried thyme, and additional salt and pepper to taste.
Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes to thicken slightly.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
Simmer the chicken in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through and let the flavors meld.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the chicken before serving.
Serve the chicken hot, drizzled with the creamy garlic herb sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.0 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 918 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 4336 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 234.5 g | 469% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 595 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 8% | |
*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.
