Description
Creamy Keto Tuscan Chicken is a rich, one-skillet low-carb dinner made with golden seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. High in protein and full of Italian-inspired flavor, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 lbs)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), drained and sliced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional garnish)
- Extra grated Parmesan (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over top. Simmer 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Add 1 tablespoon cream cheese for extra richness.
- If sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of chicken broth.
- Boneless chicken thighs can replace breasts for a juicier option.
- Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg