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Keto Chicken Skillet With Tomato Basil Cream Sauce

Keto Chicken Skillet With Tomato Basil Cream Sauce


  • Author: Alice Barry
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Keto Chicken Skillet With Tomato Basil Cream Sauce is a rich, creamy, low-carb meal featuring juicy chicken tenderloins simmered in a velvety tomato basil cream sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s ready in under 30 minutes with only 3 net carbs per serving.


Ingredients

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1 lb chicken tenderloins,1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped,1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped,1 tbsp olive oil,1 tbsp butter,2 cloves garlic, minced,1/2 cup heavy whipping cream,1/4 cup chicken broth,1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese,1 tsp Italian seasoning,Salt and pepper, to taste,2 tbsp bacon pieces (optional)


Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.,Season chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper, then sear until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.,Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.,Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.,Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chopped basil, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper to taste.,Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.,Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated.,Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over top, and heat through.,Garnish with optional bacon pieces before serving.

Notes

Use fresh basil for best flavor impact.,Simmer sauce uncovered to naturally thicken without carbs.,Check that chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.,Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.,Freeze cooled dish for up to 2 months and reheat with added cream if needed.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

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