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    Published: May 25, 2020 · Modified: Feb 5, 2021 by Rachel

    Creamy Tuscan Chicken {Keto, Paleo}

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    Creamy Tuscan Chicken – delicious and easy one pot meal. Sautéed Chicken in a garlic cream sauce with spinach sun-dried tomatoes. Dinner in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights.

    Tuscan Chicken Recipe with chicken, sun dried tomatoes, spinach and a creamy garlic sauce. Wooden spoon gently stirring.
    Contents show
    1 How to Make Tuscan Chicken
    2 Frequently asked questions:
    2.1 Check out some of our other scrumptious dinner recipes:
    3 Creamy Tuscan Chicken
    3.1 Ingredients
    3.2 Instructions
    3.3 Nutrition

    And there I was….

    Let me set the scene for you. It was Christmas Eve. I’d been up all night with a horrible stomach flu and was scheduled to host a dinner party in 10 short hours. My guest list? A party of 12 including: 5 kids, 2 low carb dieters, 1 non-dairy guest and a partridge in a pear tree.

    I felt like I was in the eye of the perfect storm. Since I was in self-quarantine (well before this was our new normal), I had no choice but to delegate dinner responsibilities to the hubby. Which meant I needed to choose something relatively uncomplicated. Did I mention it was Christmas Eve?

    What was a girl to do?!

    This recipe for coconut chicken was my godsend! I’d been working on its development and felt relieved as the fabulous reviews rolled in from the gallery. Sans one holdout, a notoriously tough critic and picky eater (hello, my son, of course).

    Keto Tuscan Chicken Recipe with Coconut Milk for creamy garlic sauce. Spinach, seasoned chicken and sun-dried tomatoes.

    How to Make Tuscan Chicken

    My favorite thing about this recipe is that it’s a comfort dish light enough to be enjoyed year round. Minimal ingredients and a simple cream sauce make meal prep (and clean up) a breeze.

    Pound out the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thick for even cook time. Season chicken with classic S&P and garlic powder. Brown in olive oil. Once the chicken is satueed and resting, the onions and garlic take a fragrant turn in the olive oil. This classic aroma will have dinner on everyone’s minds. Add the basil into the mix and you may actually hear tummies rumbling.

    *Tip from our Kitchen – I cannot sing the praises of a good meat tenderizer enough. They are perfect for even cooking and getting the proper thickness to keep meat juicy. Have a good deep 12″ skillet with lid, we recommend the stoneware, for dishes like this.

    The aromatic garlic cream sauce is the essence of this dish. Coconut milk, chicken broth, basil and garlic create a delicious base. These ingredients are inspired by a trademark Tuscan flavor profile.

    DO YOU SEE THAT SAUCE?!– When preparing a sauce, gravy, or broth- timing is everything. Attention to detail is required while whisking your ingredients together and waiting for those satisfying first bubbles to appear. Minimize distractions and enjoy the process.

    Keto Tuscan Chicken Recipe with Coconut Milk for creamy garlic sauce. Spinach, seasoned chicken and sun-dried tomatoes in the pan. Wooden spoon rests in pan.

    Frequently asked questions:

    What should I serve with Tuscan chicken?

    This dish is super versatile! I tend to think of it in seasonal terms. If you’re cooking in the spring or summer, keep the plate appropriately light.

    Fresh green salad
    Crusty loaf of bread
    Over rice
    Mashed Potatoes
    Over Mashed Cauliflower
    (keto and whole30 friendly option)
    Pan roasted vegetables like carrots, brussel sprouts, or parsnips
    Roasted Zucchini or zoodles
    I also highly recommend serving with this over pasta if you aren’t doing low carb! Hello, garlic cream sauce is perfect for pasta?!

    How can I adjust the recipe to follow a Keto or Whole30 diet?

    If you are following highly specific diets, like Keto, Whole30, or Paleo, it can be hard to find some ingredients. I have included a list of specific substitutions for you (also listed in the recipe box).
    Tapioca Flour – keto and whole30 substitute for flour
    Arrowroot Flour – keto and whole30 substitute for flour
    Sugar-free Chicken Broth – – Believe it or not, almost all chicken broths have cane sugar in them, but this one doesn’t. It must be the natural goodness variety.

    How can you tell when the chicken is cooked?

    The FDA Food Code recommends cooking chicken to 165°F. You can use a meat thermometer. If you do not have one on hand, you can poke or cut the meat to see if the juices run clear. If the juices have a pinkish color, you may need to cook it a little longer.

    Check out some of our other scrumptious dinner recipes:

    • Chicken Cattiatore
    • Cajun Style Blackened Chicken
    • Honey Teriyaki Chicken Kebabs

    Tuscan chicken breasts smothered with sun dried tomatoes and spinach in a creamy sauce in a skillet.

    Creamy Tuscan Chicken

    Creamy Tuscan Chicken – delicious and easy one pot dinner. Sautéed Chicken in a garlic cream sauce with spinach sun-dried tomatoes. This recipe takes only 30 minutes – a perfect choice for a family weeknight dinner.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: Italian, tuscan
    Keyword: tuscan chicken
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 280kcal
    Author: Rachel
    Cost: $15

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • salt and pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 tablespoon flour substitute tapioca flour for keto or whole 30
    • ¾ cup diced onion
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 cup chicken broth sugar-free
    • ½ cup canned coconut milk
    • ½ teaspoon basil
    • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
    • 2 cups baby spinach, stems removed and chopped

    Instructions

    • Pound out the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thick. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
    • In a large skillet, add the olive oil and cook the chicken breasts on medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side or until browned and cook through. Set the chicken aside on a plate.
    • Over medium heat, add the onions to the skillet and cook until soft. Add the garlic and cook about 45 seconds or until the garlic starts to brown and become fragrant.
    • Whisk in flour, and stir for 1 minute until well blended and bubbly. Stir in the broth and coconut milk. Add the basil, salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium-high heat until the sauce starts to thicken.
    • Add the sun-dried tomatoes and the spinach, Stir until the spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes, Lay the chicken in the pot and simmer until warmed throughout, about 2-3 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sugar: 4g
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    1. Courtney says

      January 19, 2021 at 4:41 pm

      5 stars
      I was a little hesitant to use the coconut sauce so I added a bit of heavy cream and it was delicious! Hit with the family too.

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