Keto Chicken and Mushroom Skillet

This Keto Chicken and Mushroom Skillet is a delightful and hearty dish that combines tender chicken with savory mushrooms and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it delivers all the flavors you crave while keeping carbs low.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Mushrooms (button or cremini) - 200 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Butter - 1 tablespoon
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Chicken broth - 100 milliliters
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
2. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and browned.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined. Allow to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet along with the fresh thyme. Stir to coat the chicken in the sauce and heat through for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 525
• Protein: 48 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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