How to Make the Perfect Keto Creamy Garlic Chicken

American · Medium · 40 minutes min · 4 servings

gluten-freenut-free

A rich and flavorful creamy garlic chicken dish that is perfect for a keto-friendly dinner.

Why this recipe works

This Keto Creamy Garlic Chicken recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 550 calories with 45g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.

What you will need

This recipe uses 16 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:

4 pieces chicken breast
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups spinach
1 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano.

Step 2: Sear the Chicken

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add chicken breasts. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

Remove chicken and in the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add heavy cream and chicken broth, simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 4: Add Spinach

Stir in the spinach and let it wilt in the sauce for about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5: Combine & Serve

Put the chicken back into the skillet, top with parmesan cheese, and finish with lemon juice and red pepper flakes before serving.

Easy substitutions

Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:

heavy cream → coconut cream
chicken broth → vegetable broth
chicken breast → turkey breast

Common mistakes to avoid

Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:

Not seasoning the chicken adequately before cooking.
Overcooking the garlic, making it bitter.
Skipping the resting time for chicken which keeps it dry.

Nutrition facts

Per serving: 550 calories, 45g protein, 6g carbs, 40g fat, 2g fiber.

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