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Keto Chicken Skillet with Tomato Basil Cream Sauce Recipe

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A flavorful keto-friendly chicken skillet recipe featuring tender chicken tenderloins simmered in a rich tomato basil cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese. This dish is creamy, savory, and perfect for a low-carb dinner.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 1/2 pounds Chicken Tenderloins
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • Bacon Pieces (for optional garnish)

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 tsp Minced Garlic
  • 1/4 cup Sun Dried Tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 1/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Basil
  • 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat to prepare for searing the chicken.
  2. Cook the chicken: Season the chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper. Sear them evenly in the hot skillet on both sides until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Prepare the sauce base: Add butter to the same skillet and reduce heat to medium, allowing the butter to melt.
  4. Sauté garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Deglaze skillet: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to incorporate flavor into the sauce.
  6. Add sauce ingredients: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, heavy whipping cream, chopped fresh basil, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Simmer to thicken: Let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
  8. Incorporate cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined into the sauce.
  9. Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken tenderloins to the skillet and toss them in the sauce to coat thoroughly.
  10. Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with crispy bacon pieces before serving to add a smoky flavor and crunchy texture.

Notes

  • Use chicken tenderloins for faster cooking time and tender results.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste preference.
  • Optional bacon garnish adds a nice crunch and smokiness but can be omitted for a lighter dish.
  • The sauce can be thickened further by simmering longer or adding a small amount of cream cheese if desired.
  • Serve with steamed low-carb vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete keto meal.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/keto-chicken-skillet-with-tomato-basil-cream-sauce-recipe/