Keto Garlic Chicken – This one skillet low carb garlic chicken consists of juicy chicken pieces in a rich creamy garlic sauce made in less than 30 minutes perfect for quick dinner.
Keto Garlic Chicken – Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Low-Carb and Delicious: Ditch the boring salads and zucchini noodles! This recipe is luxuriously creamy and packed with garlicky goodness, all while staying under 5 grams of net carbs per serving.
Weeknight Friendly: Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those nights when you don’t have a lot of time to cook.
Simple Ingredients: No fancy ingredients required! This recipe uses staples you likely already have on hand.
Highly Customizable: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, swap the protein, or experiment with different cheeses to make it your own.
Keto Garlic Chicken – Tips and Tricks
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Add a handful of chopped spinach to the pan with the cream to sneak in some extra greens.
- If you prefer a richer sauce, you can swap the chicken broth for beef broth.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
How to Serve This Best Creamy Keto Garlic Chicken?
This pairs perfectly with a variety of low-carb side dishes. Here are a few ideas:
- Roasted Brussels sprouts or broccoli
- Cauliflower rice
- A side salad with a vinaigrette dressing
- Shirataki noodles
How to Store?
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, or in the microwave until warmed through.
Recipe FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Absolutely! Chicken thighs are naturally more flavorful and juicy, making them a great option for this recipe. Just cook them for a few minutes longer than the chicken breasts, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
What if I don’t have xanthan gum?
No problem! You can skip it altogether. The sauce will still thicken slightly as it simmers.
How many carbs are in this recipe?
This recipe comes in at about 3g carbs per serving (without the optional xanthan gum). The exact amount can vary depending on the brand of heavy cream you use, so be sure to check the label.
Can I Use Half and Half?
Yes, absolutely, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream. But the sauce will not be that thick and creamy.
Keto Garlic Chicken (Creamy)
Keto Garlic Chicken - This one skillet low carb garlic chicken consists of juicy chicken pieces in a rich creamy garlic sauce made in less than 30 minutes perfect for quick dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half and half)
- 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken with the salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp. butter. Add chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until golden brown on both the sides and cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with a lid to keep it warm.
- Add the remaining butter. Add the garlic and cook until just fragrant.
- Pour the stock and simmer for about 2-3 minutes or until reduced by half, .
- Add the heavy cream and continue to simmer for about 4-5 minutes or until thickened.
- Add the cooked chicken and coat with the sauce.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 461Total Fat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 264mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 38g
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