Keto Creamy Garlic Chicken

Keto Creamy Garlic Chicken is a rich, comforting low-carb dinner made with tender chicken simmered in a velvety garlic cream sauce. This easy keto chicken recipe delivers bold garlic flavor, creamy texture, and restaurant-style taste using simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for anyone following a keto or low-carb lifestyle, this creamy garlic chicken is satisfying, protein-packed, and incredibly delicious.

Is this keto or not? And why?

Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly because it uses low-carb ingredients like chicken, heavy cream, butter, and garlic. It contains no flour, starch, or added sugars, keeping net carbs very low. The high fat and protein content supports ketosis while still being filling and flavorful.

What is ?

Keto Creamy Garlic Chicken is a skillet-cooked chicken dish where seared chicken breasts are finished in a smooth garlic cream sauce. It’s inspired by classic creamy European-style chicken dishes but adapted for a low-carb, keto diet.

Why This Recipe is Special:

• Uses one pan, making cleanup quick and easy
• Rich garlic cream sauce without any flour
• Perfect balance of protein and healthy fats
• Restaurant-quality flavor made at home
• Naturally low carb and keto-approved

Perfect For:

This recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners, cozy family meals, keto meal prep, or when you want a comforting yet healthy low-carb dish without spending hours in the kitchen.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Keto-friendly — Keeps carbs low while staying rich and satisfying
• High protein — Helps keep you full longer
• Quick & easy — Ready in under 30 minutes
• One-pan meal — Less mess and easy cleanup
• Family-friendly — Creamy flavors everyone enjoys

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

• Cooking chicken on very high heat, which can dry it out
• Using low-fat cream, which may cause sauce separation
• Overcooking garlic, making it bitter
• Skipping seasoning, which dulls the sauce flavor

4 Tools Always Used For This Keto Recipe:

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• Large skillet — Allows even cooking and room for the sauce
• Tongs — Helps flip chicken easily without tearing
• Measuring cups & spoons — Ensures accurate ingredient balance
• Knife & cutting board — For prepping garlic and herbs

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Keto Creamy Garlic Chicken

Author: Caleb Rowan Cooking Method: Sauteing, Simmering Cuisine: Keto Course: Keto Recipes

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Keto Creamy Garlic Chicken is a rich, comforting low-carb dinner made with tender chicken simmered in a velvety garlic cream sauce. This easy keto chicken recipe delivers bold garlic flavor, creamy texture, and restaurant-style taste using simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for anyone following a keto or low-carb lifestyle, this creamy garlic chicken is satisfying, protein-packed, and incredibly delicious.

Ingredients

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• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 5–6 minutes per side until golden; remove and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter and minced garlic; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring gently; simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning; stir until smooth and creamy.
6. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes until cooked through and sauce coats the chicken.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 4 ServingCalories:420kcalTotal Fat:32gCholesterol:145mgSodium:520mgPotassium:480mgTotal Carbohydrate:4gSugars: 1gProtein:34gCalcium: 180mg

Note

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days

Reheat gently on low heat to avoid sauce separation

Serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles