Description
A quick and elegant Keto dish with chicken, cherry tomatoes, and creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, toss in the cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer.
- Add the mozzarella cheese and stir until it melts and becomes creamy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover it with the sauce, and sprinkle chopped basil on top.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Pair with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a delicious meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: keto, chicken, tomato, basil, easy dinner, quick recipe