Keto Chicken Skillet With Tomato Basil Cream Sauce
Keto Chicken Skillet With Tomato Basil Cream Sauce is a scrumptious low-carb meal that brings comfort and flavor to your table in just 45 minutes. This dish features tender chicken tenderloins enveloped in a rich, creamy tomato basil sauce, highlighted by the delightful taste of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe promises to be a favorite among both kids and adults alike. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown. Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth to deglaze the pan, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chopped basil, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until thickened.
- Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted. Return chicken to skillet and coat well with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or lemon zest if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg