Creamy Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Cheese

Why this?
This dish combines tender chicken breast with a rich, creamy garlic and cheese sauce that perfectly complements the fresh crunch of broccoli. It’s a comforting yet keto-friendly dinner option that delivers on flavor without relying on heavy carbs, making it ideal for those following a low-carb lifestyle.

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 small onion, finely chopped

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup broccoli florets

1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)

2 tbsp olive oil

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

Preparation Steps:

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Add the broccoli florets and cook for another 4-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
Lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted and creamy, then add shredded cheese and stir until fully combined.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and coat them with the creamy garlic broccoli sauce.
Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through and meld flavors.
Serve immediately while hot.

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Diet Types: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce

Servings: 2 servings

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 400 kcal

Total Fats: 28 g

Sodium: 450 mg

Dietary Fiber: 3 g

Total Sugars: 3 g

Proteins: 35 g

Calcium: 200 mg