Keto Chicken Skillet With Tomato Basil Cream Sauce: A Flavorful Low-Carb Delight
This creamy and flavorful Keto Chicken Skillet is a quick and satisfying dinner option, ready in just 45 minutes! The rich tomato basil cream sauce pairs perfectly with tender chicken, making it a delicious low-carb meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs (680g) chicken tenderloins (or boneless, skinless chicken breast)
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Bacon pieces (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet.
- Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, basil, Italian seasoning, and more salt & pepper to taste.
- Simmer & Thicken:
- Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine & Serve:
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with extra basil and bacon pieces (if using).
Nutrition
- Calories: 305 Per Serving
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 25g