Keto Skillet Chicken and Mozzarella
Keto Skillet Chicken and Mozzarella is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you want a meal that’s both quick and satisfying. This one-pan dish combines tender chicken with creamy mozzarella and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a zesty tomato cream sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is low in carbs but high on flavor, making it an ideal addition to your keto meal plan. Packed with wholesome ingredients and customizable options, it’s sure to impress everyone at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cups raw spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add bite-sized chicken pieces; season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until fully cooked (5-7 minutes).
- Remove chicken and sauté minced garlic in butter for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in heavy cream and tomato paste; season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese; stir until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer for a few minutes.
- Top with shredded mozzarella; cover until melted.
- Serve garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 118mg