Keto Chicken Alfredo
Juicy seared chicken tossed in a Parmesan-heavy cream sauce that’s glossy, silky, and legitimately restaurant-level. The sauce coats zoodles or broccoli instead of drowning them, so you taste nutty cheese and garlic rather than flour thickeners. It’s a fast skillet dinner with long, rich flavor and a clean finish.
Time & Yield
●Prep Time: 10 minutes
● Cook Time: 25 minutes
● Total Time: 35 minutes
● Servings: 4
Serving Suggestions
● Add grilled shrimp or sautéed mushrooms for variety.
● For extra richness, top with a few spoonfuls of freshly grated Romano cheese.
● Pair with a side salad tossed in olive oil and lemon.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
● 1 ½ lbs (680g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into strips
● 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
● ½ tsp garlic powder
● ½ tsp onion powder
● ½ tsp Italian seasoning
● Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Alfredo Sauce:
● 2 tbsp butter
● 2 cloves garlic, minced
● 1 cup heavy cream
● ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
● 2 oz cream cheese (softened, optional for extra creaminess)
● Salt and pepper, to taste
● 2 tbsp chopped parsley, for garnish
For Serving (Choose One):
● Zucchini noodles (zoodles)
● Shirataki noodles
● Steamed broccoli or cauliflower rice
Directions
Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken strips with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate.
Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan cheese and cream cheese (if using) until smooth and creamy. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss in the Alfredo sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes so the flavors blend beautifully
Serve: Serve hot over zucchini noodles, steamed broccoli, or cauliflower rice. Garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan
Keto Tip:
To keep noodles from getting watery, lightly sauté them in olive oil for 2–3 minutes before serving, then drain any excess moisture.