Keto Creamy Mozzarella Chicken

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Keto Creamy Mozzarella Chicken is a tasty, low-carb meal, and it is also easy to prepare this dish. This mozzarella chicken is made with a combination of chicken that is covered in a garlic cream sauce, and then we can add the melted mozzarella and a little Parmesan over the dish to make the dish more flavorful & tasty. It adds a hearty, robust flavor without the added carbs with the addition of optional sun-dried tomatoes and Italian herbs. This dish is very delightful & hearty, so we can serve this dish with cauliflower rice, zoodles, or steamed greens because of the creamy sauce. This Keto Creamy Mozzarella Chicken will quickly become a favorite among family & friends for a healthy, high-protein dinner, whether they are on the ketogenic diet or not.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Cook time: Twenty-five mints.
  • Total time: 35 minutes
  • Serving size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Servings: 4
  • Cuisine: American / Italian-inspired
  • Course: Dinner / Main Course
  • Diet: Low-carb & Keto

EQUIPMENT:

  • Meat thermometer
  • Large skillet
  • Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • One tablespoon olive oil
  • One cup mozzarella cheese
  • One tablespoon butter
  • Three pieces of garlic
  • One teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • Fresh basil or parsley

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

CHICKEN:

  • We can use skinless, boneless chicken breasts for a lean choice. We would also utilize the chicken thigh to make the dish tastier and juicy.

BUTTER:

  • Butter and olive oil give the chicken flavor and help it sear brown by using both together.

GARLIC:

  • Fresh garlic is ideal for a deep, fragrant flavor. We should mince the garlic finely to prevent burning.

ITALIAN SEASONING:

  • Italian seasoning is a traditional herb profile added by mixing oregano, basil, thyme, & rosemary. You can also add individual dried herbs if desired.

CHICKEN BROTH:

  • We can use the low-sodium broth to keep salt levels under control. It helps deglaze the pan and gives the sauce depth.

HEAVY CREAM:

  • Heavy cream is necessary for a rich, creamy sauce. We should not have to use the half milk and half cream because it gets curdle easily and it can also add the carbs in the dish.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • Parmesan cheese thickens the sauce and gives it a salty, umami taste. We should have to sue the freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

  • We should use the shredded mozzarella, which forms a creamy, elastic topping when it melts smoothly. We have to use whole milk mozzarella for the best texture.

TOMATOES:

  • Sun-dried tomatoes give the dish a vibrant, tangy-sweet taste. We have to select from the variants that are packed with oil and cut them before adding them.

HERBS:

  • We can use the fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil, to garnish the dish & to add color and freshness.

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INSTRUCTION:

  1. We can sprinkle the season on the chicken.
  2. Now we can heat the olive oil & butter in a big skillet on moderate to high flame.
  3. We can cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side or till the chicken gets brown, then we can take the chicken out of the skillet and put the chicken aside.
  4. Then you can slow the flame to medium.
  5. Now we can add the garlic in the similar pan and stir-fry the garlic for thirty seconds.
  6. We can add chicken broth to deglaze the pan and scrape out the brown pieces.
  7. Then we can add the parmesan cheese & heavy cream in the skillet, and also add the sun-dried tomatoes along with the cheese.
  8. We can simmer the dish for 3-5 minutes till the dish slightly thickens.
  9. We can return the chicken in the skillet, and then we can spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  10. We can put the mozzarella on each piece. We can cover the lid of the skillet and boil for an additional 5-7 minutes, or till the cheese melts and the chicken is properly cooked.
  11. We can garnish the chicken with the parsley & basil and serve warm.

TIPS:

  • We can pound the chicken with the kitchen hammer to all the chicken will get cook evenly and quickly.
  • You can let the sauce simmer gradually rather than boil to keep the sauce from curdling.
  • We can also add spinach or mushrooms for more vegetables.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • You can transfer the leftover creamy mozzarella chicken to a sealed container and save this dish for 4 days in the fridge.

FREEZER:

  • We can make a single portion of this creamy mozzarella chicken and then save it individually for 2 months.

FAQs:

Is this creamy mozzarella chicken keto?

  • This creamy mozzarella chicken is perfectly keto, and it comprises 4g net carbs and 38g of protein is present in per serving of this dish.

Will we preserve this creamy mozzarella chicken?

  • We can transfer the leftover creamy mozzarella chicken into an airtight container and store this dish for 4 days in the fridge and 2 months in the freezer as well.

Is this creamy mozzarella chicken spicy?

  • This creamy mozzarella chicken is not spicy, but we can add the red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to make this creamy mozzarella chicken spicier.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 420 kcal
Net Carbs: 4g
Total Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Fat: 28g
Sodium: 530mg
Potassium: 620mg
Vitamin A: 900 IU
Calcium: 220mg
Iron: 1.2mg