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Keto Chicken Florentine in a cast iron skillet with a wood spatula lifting up a piece of chicken
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Keto Chicken Florentine

Keto Chicken Florentine is an easy to make, one pan dinner recipe. Seared chicken breasts and a rich, creamy spinach sauce make this one of the best low carb chicken skillet meals.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Gluten Free, Italian, Low Carb
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free
Servings: 4
Calories: 550kcal
Author: Lauren Harris

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup blanched almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Creamy Spinach Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 shallot (finely diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 1/2 cups white wine (or chicken stock)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • fresh parsley (optional, garnish)

Instructions

Chicken

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in the almond flour to coat both sides.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the thickest portion. Remove to a clean plate.
    Pan seared chicken breasts in a cast iron pan

Creamy Spinach Sauce

  • Return the pan to the stovetop on medium heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of butter, the shallot, and the garlic. Cook 2-3 minutes until softened.
    Garlic and shallot cooking in a cast iron skillet
  • Add the wine and raise the heat. Reduce by half, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Once reduced, stir in the heavy cream. Cook a few minutes to thicken.
    Cream sauce in a black cast iron skillet
  • Add the spinach to the skillet and cook down until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
    Spinach in a creamy sauce in a cast iron skillet
  • Nestle the pieces of chicken back into the pan to warm.
    Chicken in spinach cream sauce in a cast iron skillet.
  • Spoon the sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle on the Parmesan cheese and parsley, if using. Serve immediately.
    Keto Chicken Florentine in a cast iron pan

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Notes

Tips and Techniques

  • You can use chicken thighs, if you prefer. They may take a little longer to cook.
  • Fresh spinach is recommended for the best results. If you have to use frozen, be sure to thaw it and squeeze out as much moisture as you can before adding it to the sauce.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-4 days.
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 770mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4592IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 2mg