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Creamy Keto Tuscan Chicken Skillet Recipe with Garlic and Spinach

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A rich and creamy low-carb chicken skillet infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for keto and low-carb diets. This one-pan meal is quick, flavorful, and comforting.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach (about 120 g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 50 g)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, a pinch)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a warm plate.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  5. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Add softened cream cheese and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir until cream cheese melts and sauce becomes smooth.
  7. Sprinkle in grated Parmesan and stir until melted and incorporated. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  8. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, nestle into the sauce, and spoon sauce over the chicken. Let simmer gently for 3-5 minutes to marry flavors.
  9. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot, spooning extra sauce over the top.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen. Butterfly chicken breasts to speed cooking. Use coconut cream and dairy-free cream cheese for a dairy-free version. Cook chicken in batches if skillet is crowded. Avoid burning garlic by stirring constantly and keeping heat moderate.

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