Low Carb Creamy Tuscan Chicken
This Low Carb Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a delicious and healthy dinner option that is sure to please the whole family. It is packed with flavor and is low in carbs, making it a great choice for those looking to reduce their carb intake. The creamy sauce is made with cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes, giving it a rich and flavorful taste. Serve this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in the same skillet, add chicken broth, heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thick and creamy.
- Pour sauce over chicken breasts and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 463 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5.3 g
- Protein: 37.3 g
- Fat: 32.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 14.2 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
- Sodium: 745 mg
- Potassium: 545 mg
- Fiber: 0.7 g
- Sugar: 1.3 g
- Vitamin A: 890 IU
- Vitamin C: 2.2 mg
- Calcium: 170 mg
- Iron: 1.3 mg