Creamy Low-Carb Tuscan Chicken Your Family Will Love
A rich and flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken covered in a sun-dried tomato, garlic, and herb-based creamy sauce, served over keto-friendly broccoli. Readily made in 45 minutes with simple ingredients for a family-approved weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: High Protein Dinner
- Method: Stovetop and Oven
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Low-Carb/Keto
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
2 cups broccoli (chopped into bite-sized florets)
1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
1 cup heavy cream
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
½ cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Sauté chicken in oil until golden brown (~3 minutes per side)
Add broccoli and grape tomatoes to the skillet; cook for 2-3 minutes
Mix in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 1 minute
Pour in heavy cream and remaining Italian seasoning
Bring to a gentle simmer on the stovetop for 5 minutes, then transfer to oven
Bake for 12-15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce thickens
Top with Parmesan cheese before serving
Notes
Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts (adjust cooking time 5-8 mins longer)
Replace broccoli with spinach or zucchini for low-carb alternatives
Use dairy-free heavy cream substitute for vegan version
Adjust oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) for traditional baking
Can be made in a slow cooker on low for 6 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5400mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 185mg