Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Keto Chicken Alfredo that satisfies your comfort food cravings without the carbs. With tender chicken and a velvety sauce, it’s a quick and easy meal perfect for any night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 3/4 cup (75g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Once the oil is shimmering, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and add minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Next, add softened cream cheese to the pan, whisking or stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until it melts and blends with the garlic oil into a smooth mixture.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Slice the rested chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces. Return the chicken to the skillet and gently coat it with the sauce. Warm together for about 2 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Be mindful of the heat when adding cream to prevent it from boiling. Use high-quality Parmesan cheese for the best flavor. Allow the chicken to rest after cooking for juicy, tender results.