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Million Dollar Keto Chicken Alfredo - Rich, Creamy, and Low-Carb Comfort Food

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts, butterflied and cut into cutlets (or 4 chicken cutlets)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for color and depth)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tablespoons chopped basil)
  • Zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or steamed broccoli for serving
  • Lemon wedges, for finishing (optional)

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken: Pat chicken dry. Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle evenly on both sides.
  2. Sear to golden: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  3. Start the sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. When melted, add minced garlic. Cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant, stirring to avoid browning.
  4. Deglaze: Pour in chicken broth. Scrape up browned bits with a wooden spoon. Let it simmer 1–2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Add the cream: Stir in heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer (small bubbles around the edges), not a boil.
  6. Make it “million dollar”: Whisk in cream cheese cubes until smooth. Add Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Stir until the sauce is thick, glossy, and coats the spoon.
  7. Adjust and finish: Taste and add a pinch of salt or pepper if needed. If the sauce is too thick, splash in a little more broth or cream. If too thin, simmer 1–2 more minutes.
  8. Return the chicken: Nestle chicken and any juices back into the pan. Spoon sauce over the top and simmer 1–2 minutes to warm through.
  9. Garnish and serve: Turn off heat. Stir in chopped parsley or basil. Serve over zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or with steamed broccoli. Squeeze a little lemon over the top if you like brightness.