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Keto Chicken in Cream Sauce

Tender chicken in a creamy Parmesan and pimiento sauce served over cauliflower rice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast halved horizontally into two thinner cutlets
  • Italian seasoning to taste (or substitute equal parts basil and oregano)
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese about 1 oz
  • 12 ounce diced pimientos drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil loosely packed, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked cauliflower rice

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Plate
  • foil

Method
 

  1. Slice the chicken breast horizontally to make two thin cutlets and season both sides with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and grease lightly with cooking spray or a drizzle of oil.
  3. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook 4–6 minutes per side, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 165°F.
  4. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  5. Return the skillet to the stove, add the chicken broth and heavy cream, and bring to a simmer for about 1 minute.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in the Parmesan, drained diced pimientos, and chopped basil; season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Slice the rested chicken and arrange over the cooked cauliflower rice, then spoon the cream sauce over the top and serve.

Notes

  • If you lack Italian seasoning, use equal parts basil and oregano.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
  • Drain pimientos well to avoid thinning the sauce.
  • Slice chicken after resting for juicier meat.