Keto Creamy Chicken is my go-to dish when I am craving comfort food! Chicken is lightly browned and then topped with a creamy mushroom and spinach sauce for a scene-stealing meal that is always a hit. Serve it on its own or with zucchini noodles.
I am always dreaming up new keto dinner ideas, and this Keto Creamy Chicken is my latest obsession.
If you love easy one-pan meals that come together in less than 30 minutes, I think you are going to love this recipe just as much as I do!
Ingredients for Making Creamy Keto Chicken
I keep the seasoning simple with salt and pepper, though a little onion or garlic powder is a nice upgrade.
Pre-sliced mushrooms save time, and any variety you like will work. If you don’t have a shallot, red onion is an easy substitute. You can use fresh sautéed spinach instead of frozen if that’s what you have.
Fresh garlic gives the best flavor, but ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder works in a pinch. A splash of wine adds depth, though broth is a perfectly good substitute. Use heavy cream to keep it keto, or half and half if you’re low carb.
Finish with freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and melt.
Tips & Tricks
- If you have the time, season the chicken with salt and pepper at least one hour ahead of when you are planning to cook it. This allows the salt to permeate the fibers of the chicken, and your chicken will be juicier.
- If you want a thicker sauce, you could add in 3 ounces of cream cheese. (I found that the combination of cream and parmesan was enough to make this keto chicken creamy and rich.)
Serving Suggestions
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Tools Needed to Make Creamy Chicken Keto
How to Make Keto Creamy Chicken
If you are using chicken breasts, place them in a zip-top bag and pound to even thickness. (You can skip this step if you are using chicken thighs unless they are unusually thick.)
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Heat the oil in a large skillet set to medium-high heat.
Add the chicken, and cook for 7 minutes per side until it is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 155° F.
Remove the chicken from the pan and tent it with foil.
Add the mushrooms and shallots and cook for 7 minutes. Next, add the spinach and garlic and cook for another minute, stirring occasionally.
After that, add the broth or wine to the pan. Using a spoon, scrape up any browned bits.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted.
Return the chicken to the pan, and coat with the sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
Keto Creamy Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 1 shallot diced (or 2 tablespoons diced onion)
- 8 ounces frozen spinach thawed and drained
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- If using chicken breasts (or large thighs), place the chicken in a plastic zip-top bag and pound to an even thickness.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature is 155° F.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and tent with foil.
- Add mushrooms and shallots and cook for 7 minutes.
- Add the spinach and garlic and cook for about 1 more minute.
- Add the broth or wine to the pan and scrape up any brown bits.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese.
- Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat. Cook for another two minutes until the chicken reaches 165° F.
Marcia says
I will definitely make this again, it is delicious!
Wendy Polisi says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Amy says
Very delicious, the whole family loved it!!! Will definitely make this again!
Wendy Polisi says
YAY! I am so glad that you enjoyed it.
Noush Edmund says
OMG! It was so delicious , we loved it
Paulene Jauchius says
This was amazing. Definately will have more often
NANCY DEST says
Was so good! Very nice flavor!! Added to the "make again" file
Wendy Polisi says
I am happy you enjoyed it!
A. Salyers says
This was delicious! I love creamed spinach which this tasted like a little. The added chicken made it all wonderful.
Lisa says
This recipe is to die for!! It is absolutely delicious and I didn’t adjust anything. Hubby and daughter both raved about it! Thanks so much for an awesome recipe!