Keto Creamy Tuscan Chicken

spoonful of creamy keto tuscan chicken thighs in a cast iron skillet with fresh basil

5 from 2 votes

Keto Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Need a super satisfying keto tuscan chicken recipe? This version comes together quickly in one cast iron skillet. A simple, hearty and decadent meal, this creamy tuscan garlic chicken uses simple ingredients, but is packed with flavor.

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian, Mexican-American

Servings: people

Calories: 636kcal

Author: Briana

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
10 ounces cherry tomatoes
3 ounces fresh spinach
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
8 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chicken broth
2 cups heavy whipping cream
4 ounces freshly grated parmesan cheese
Parsley and basil for garnish

Instructions

Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Season the chicken well on both sides with salt and pepper. Add olive oil to the pan, and sear the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid over crowding the pan. Once chicken is cooked, remove from the skillet and set aside.
Add butter to the pan, followed by onions. Cook until onions are translucent, then add in tomatoes and salt. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the spinach to the skillet to wilt. Once wilted, add in garlic and dry seasonings and cook until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, followed by the heavy whipping cream. Reduce the heat to simmer, stirring often. Add in some fresh chopped parsley, basil and freshly shredded parmesan cheese.
Stir the mixture continuously until a sauce forms. Once you have a nice creamy sauce, add back the chicken, then top everything with more fresh parsley, basil and parmesan if desired.
This dish will keep for about 5 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

Notes

Chicken breasts can be used in place in chicken thighs.
Half and half or milk can be used in place of heavy cream for the sauce.
Make sure to use freshly grated parmesan cheese instead of pre-shredded or else your cheese won't melt correctly.
You can use fresh or frozen spinach.
Sun dried tomatoes can be substituted for fresh tomatoes.
Garlic and onion powder can be substituted for fresh.

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