Delicious Keto Cream Of Chicken: Easy, Healthy Recipes

There are many delicious ways to use cream of chicken keto. You can make a hearty and comforting keto cream of chicken soup, perfect for a low-carb lunch or dinner. Or, try a quick and easy keto chicken in cream sauce, served over cauliflower rice. If you're feeling adventurous, why not experiment with adding different ingredients to your cream of chicken keto, such as bacon, mushrooms, or spinach? The possibilities are endless!

Keto Cream of Chicken Soup with Bacon

Ingredients:

• 6 slices of no-sugar bacon
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 3.5 ounces of shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1/3 cup of white cooking wine or water
• 1/2 cup of coconut milk or almond milk
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 3 cups of chicken bone broth
• 4 ribs of celery, chopped
• 4 pieces of deboned and skinless chicken thighs, cooked and chopped
• 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped

Method:

Cook the bacon in a large soup pot with 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, but keep the bacon grease in the pot.

Add another tablespoon of butter to the pot and add the garlic. Cook until it turns golden. Then, add the mushrooms and cook until they are soft.

Pour in the wine or water and cook until the liquid is reduced by half.

Stir in the coconut milk, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Add the celery and chicken. Simmer the soup until it is heated through.

Remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley and bacon.

Tips:

• This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to three months.
• To make it paleo-friendly, swap the heavy whipping cream for more coconut milk or use a head of cauliflower to thicken the soup.
• To thicken the soup, add xanthan gum, guar gum, or cream cheese.
• If you don't want to use wine, simply replace it with an equal amount of water.

Keto Chicken in Cream Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast
• Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 2-ounce jar diced pimientos, drained
• 2 tablespoons loosely packed chopped fresh basil OR 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 1/2 cups cooked cauliflower rice

Method:

• Cut your chicken breast in half horizontally. Place one hand on top of the breast and slice the top and bottom into two thin, even pieces.
• Sprinkle both sides of each piece with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Grease with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil.
• Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 4-6 minutes per side (longer for very large breasts), until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat reads 165°F.
• Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
• Return the pan to the stove and add chicken broth and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute.
• Turn the heat down to low and add cheese, drained pimientos, basil, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Slice the chicken breast and serve over cauliflower rice. Top with cream sauce and enjoy!

Tips:

• If you don't have Italian seasoning, lightly sprinkle chicken with equal parts basil and oregano.
• This recipe is very adaptable and can be scaled easily with no preparation changes needed.
• For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and coconut cream, and replace chicken with mushrooms.
• To make the dish healthier, add extra vegetables like chopped broccoli, bell peppers, or spinach for extra nutrients and flavor.

Keto Cream of Chicken Soup

Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients to make Keto Cream of Chicken Soup:

• Butter
• Onion
• Celery
• Chicken Breast
• Salt
• Pepper
• Chicken Stock/Broth
• Heavy Cream
• Xanthan Gum (optional)
• Chives
• Additional vegetables of your choice (optional)

Preparation and Cooking Instructions:

• Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
• Add diced onion and celery, cooking until the onion is translucent.
• Add chicken breasts, salt, pepper, and chicken stock/broth. Stir well.
• For a pressure cooker/instant pot: Place the lid, pressurize, and cook for about an hour. For a slow cooker: Cook on high for 4 hours. For the stovetop: Simmer for 1.5-2 hours on low heat, stirring occasionally.
• Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
• Lower the heat and add the heavy cream to the pot. Bring it to a simmer.
• (Optional) For a thicker soup: Sprinkle xanthan gum over the simmering soup and whisk continuously for 3-5 minutes to avoid lumps and achieve the desired consistency.
• Stir in the shredded chicken.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Garnish with chopped chives and serve.

Storage and Reheating:

Serving Suggestions and Variations:

• Serve it with keto-friendly bread, zucchini noodles, keto egg salad, or keto parmesan crisps on the side.
• For a dairy-free version, replace heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free butter.
• For a vegetarian option, substitute vegetable broth and mushrooms instead of chicken.
• Add extra vegetables like cauliflower, spinach, or celery for enhanced texture and flavor.
• Top the soup with shredded cheddar cheese or bacon for an indulgent touch.

Creamy Garlic Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs. total)
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter, divided
• 1 whole garlic bulb (about 8-9 garlic cloves)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional

Freshly chopped parsley

Method

Using a sharp knife, carefully fillet each chicken breast into two thinner cutlets. You can also use thin-cut chicken breasts.

Season each breast with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Then, sprinkle flour over both sides of the chicken breasts and rub it in until the chicken is evenly coated.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter. Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken and cook each side until golden brown and cooked through (about 4 minutes per side). Remove the cooked chicken and cover to keep warm.

While the chicken is cooking, peel the garlic cloves and carefully smash them with the side of a large chef's knife by pressing down on the side of the knife with the heel of your hand.

Once the chicken is removed, add the remaining butter to the skillet, followed by the garlic cloves. Turn the heat down to medium-low and sauté the garlic for 3 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant. Make sure to stir the garlic frequently to prevent it from burning.

Next, pour the chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, then add the garlic powder. Stir and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the sauce to simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until it has reduced and thickened by about 50%. Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper if needed.

Finally, return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over the top. Allow the chicken to heat through. Serve with freshly chopped parsley (optional) and enjoy!

Keto Cream of Chicken Soup with Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons xanthan gum
• 1 cup chicken bone broth
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
• 1/2 cup minced cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Ingredients:

• Fresh thyme and rosemary
• Cheddar cheese
• Bacon
• Celery
• Cauliflower
• Spinach

Instructions:

First, prepare your medium cast iron skillet or Dutch oven. Place all the ingredients, except the mushrooms, in the pot and mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens.

Next, add the mushrooms to the pot and continue cooking until they are tender. If you prefer a thinner soup, reduce the amount of xanthan gum and add some chicken broth.

Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy your keto-friendly cream of chicken soup with mushrooms!

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