Take a flavorful journey to Italy with our Keto Tuscan Chicken recipe! This simple one-pan dish is delicious and low-carb, making it perfect for the keto diet. It features flavorful sauce, juicy chicken, and Italian seasoning. With all the tastes of Tuscany in each bite, let's make the dinner table fancy!
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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🍗 Ingredients for this keto Tuscan chicken recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tool substitutes list
- How to make Keto Tuscan Chicken: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking steps
- What do you serve with keto Tuscan chicken?
- How to make it healthier?
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
- 📖 Recipe
Preparation and cooking overview
Begin by searing the chicken thighs in a skillet. Next, create a rich sauce with onions, garlic, and Italian herbs. Place the browned chicken into this sauce and bake. In just 50 minutes, keto creamy Tuscan chicken will be ready to cherish!
Chef's note
Feel free to get creative with this recipe. Sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes into the creamy sauce for a spicy kick, or toss in some diced bell peppers for extra crunch and color. You can even swap the Parmesan with mozzarella cheese. The options are as endless as your imagination!
🍗 Ingredients for this keto Tuscan chicken recipe
To prepare this low-carb Tuscan chicken at home, you'll need the following ingredients:
Ingredient substitutions
If you're not a fan of some of the ingredients, consider these keto alternatives:
Additional ingredients
Elevate the flavor profile of your low-carb creamy Tuscan chicken with these optional ingredients:
Cooking tools required
To make this creamy keto Tuscan chicken, you'll need the following tools:
Tool substitutes list
How to make Keto Tuscan Chicken: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Gather all the ingredients and measure them.
- Thinly slice the onion and grate the Parmesan cheese.
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
- Wash the fresh spinach under cold tap water.
Cooking steps
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken thighs with freshly cracked black pepper and sea salt.
- Melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat in an oven-safe skillet.
- Add the chicken thighs and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining one tablespoon of butter in the same skillet.
- Toss the sliced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the olive, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- If adding white wine, pour it in and let it simmer for 2 minutes to evaporate the alcohol.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then blend in the grated Parmesan until fully melted.
- Mix in the cream cheese on low heat until it's smoothly integrated.
- Incorporate the almond milk, simmering for another 2 minutes.
- Toss in the spinach and stir until it's just wilted.
- Place the browned chicken thighs back into the skillet, immersing them in the sauce.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Once done, remove it and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your meal!
Chef's pro tip
To avoid overcooking the chicken, use a meat thermometer to ensure its internal temperature hits 165°F (75°C). If undercooked, cover with foil and bake a bit longer. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving for optimal juiciness.
What do you serve with keto Tuscan chicken?
Enjoy this dish on its own for a creamy comfort food dinner, or enhance it with a side dish to make a complete keto dinner. Try these combinations!
How to make it healthier?
Here's how you can make this cast iron Tuscan chicken even healthier:
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage instructions
Best reheating practices
Note: When reheating the leftovers, add a little broth or water to prevent it from drying.
Recipe wrap-up conclusion
Dive into the heart of Italy with our Keto Tuscan Chicken recipe. Marrying classic Tuscan flavors in a wholesome, low-carb dish, it's perfect for a cozy family dinner or a stylish lunch with friends. It's not just a meal; it's an experience!
After giving it a shot, capture your creation with a photo and share it with us on Instagram. We're eager to see your rendition of this Tuscan delight that will surely become one of your favorite keto chicken recipes!
Looking for more Keto Italian recipes? You'll love these Italian favorites:
Frequently asked questions
📖 Recipe
Keto Tuscan Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup olive
- ¼ cup dry white wine optional
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 ounces Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken thighs with freshly cracked black pepper and sea salt.
- Melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat in an oven-safe skillet.
- Add the chicken thighs and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining one tablespoon of butter in the same skillet.
- Toss the sliced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the olive, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- If adding white wine, pour it in and let it simmer for 2 minutes to evaporate the alcohol.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then blend in the grated Parmesan until fully melted.
- Mix in the cream cheese on low heat until it's smoothly integrated.
- Incorporate the almond milk, simmering for another 2 minutes.
- Toss in the spinach and stir until it's just wilted.
- Place the browned chicken thighs back into the skillet, immersing them in the sauce.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Once done, remove it and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your meal!
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