Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4 ServingCalories:450kcalTotal Fat:33gSaturated Fat: 18gTotal Carbohydrate:6gDietary Fiber: 2gSugars: 3gProtein:35g
Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Chicken
There’s something about a creamy, garlicky, and buttery dish that just feels like comfort food at its finest. This Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Chicken is one of those meals that makes you forget you're eating keto—rich, satisfying, and packed with flavor. We love this dish because it’s simple enough for a weeknight meal but fancy enough to impress guests.
The combination of garlic butter, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese creates a sauce so good you’ll want to eat it with a spoon. The chicken stays juicy and tender, while fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients. It’s a one-pan wonder, perfect for those nights when we want something decadent but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
Description
Juicy chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. This dish is a keto dream—creamy, comforting, and packed with bold flavors, all in one skillet!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
For the Chicken:
For the Sauce:
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
- Add the cream & cheese: Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add the spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach and stir until wilted. If you like a little spice, add the red pepper flakes at this stage.
- Finish the dish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve & enjoy! Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.
Note
Substitutions & Variations
- Dairy-Free: Use full-fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream and omit the parmesan.
- Lower Calories: Use half the amount of heavy cream and add extra chicken broth.
- Protein Swap: Substitute chicken with salmon or shrimp for a seafood twist.
- Extra Greens: Add mushrooms or zucchini along with the spinach for more veggies.