Keto Chicken in Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Sauce
This keto chicken dish is one of those recipes that looks and tastes like something you’d order in a nice restaurant – yet it comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner.
The sauce is creamy, aromatic, rich in flavor – and, best of all: totally keto-friendly.
Ingredients (serves 2):
- 2 chicken breasts (approx. 150–200 g each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove, minced
- 6–8 sun-dried tomatoes in oil (cut into strips)
- a handful of fresh spinach
- 150 ml heavy cream (30% or 36%)
- 30 g grated Parmesan cheese
- optional: pinch of chili flakes or ground nutmeg
Instructions:
- Sear the chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (about 5–6 out of 10 on the heat dial). Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate. - Make the sauce:
In the same pan, lightly fry the sun-dried tomatoes (about 1 minute). Add the cream, Parmesan, and optional spices. Simmer on low heat for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce thickens. - Add the spinach:
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until just wilted – this takes only a moment. - Combine:
Return the chicken to the pan. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes to soak up the flavors. - Serve:
This dish pairs beautifully with cauliflower mash, roasted zucchini, or simply as a rich one-skillet keto meal.
Why it’s perfect for keto:
- Healthy fats from cream, Parmesan, and olive oil
- Low in carbs – no pasta, rice, or grains
- Spinach and sun-dried tomatoes add flavor, fiber, and nutrients
This meal is filling, satisfying, and visually stunning – even if you’re not a kitchen pro.
Want a salmon version? Or vegetarian with tofu? Let me know – we’ll create something delicious together.
– with flavor, Pozi von Cuks
