“This is an indulgent dish that is made using diced up boneless, skinless chicken thighs (which are far more succulent than chicken breasts). The browned pieces are simply poached in a thick seasoned cream and can be used as a sauce over courgetti or konjac (shirataki) noodles. Alternatively, you could serve it over Creamy Cauliflower Mash or Cauliflower Rice. Its the heavenly flavour of baked cream that really makes this dish sing, along with the sweet bites of tomato. The fresh basil scattered over before serving finishes it beautifully.” – Monya
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Chicken is an excellent source of protein and essential nutrients like vitamin B12 and selenium. On the keto diet, chicken provides a low carb, versatile option to meet protein needs without compromising flavour. Protein is essential for maintaining and repairing body tissues, supporting the immune system, and promoting muscle health.
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Tomatoes are a keto-friendly fruit that contains several beneficial nutrients, most notably lycopene. Lycopene is an antioxidant known for its potential in reducing the risk of certain cancers and supporting heart health. Moreover, tomatoes are relatively low in carbohydrates, making them a suitable addition to keto meals. I love the burst of flavour they offer. They also contain essential vitamins like C and K.
Basil, a fragrant herb, not only enhances the taste of dishes but also offers health benefits. It contains powerful antioxidants that combat inflammation and oxidative stress. Additionally, basil has antimicrobial properties that can support the body’s immune system.
This dish uses chicken, tomatoes, and basil, thereby creating a nutrient-rich and delicious keto-friendly meal.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Cream-baked Chicken with Tomatoes and Herbs dish, as well as all the Chicken recipes on Fats of Life®.
Cream-baked Chicken with Tomatoes and Herbs
Per serving
Ingredients
- 20 g (0.7 oz) unsalted butter
- 600 g (21.2 oz) skinless deboned chicken thighs, chopped bite-size
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely sliced
- 180 g (6.4 oz) tomatoes, cut into quarters
- 50 g (1.8 oz) sour cream
- 50 g (1.8 oz) full-fat cream cheese (soft cheese)
- 250 g (8.8 oz) double cream
- 2 sprigs of fresh thyme, leaves picked
- salt and white pepper
- salt flakes
- freshly ground black pepper
- 4 large basil leaves, finely sliced
Instructions
- Have all your ingredients prepped and ready while you preheat the oven to 180°C (fan oven). This is 200°C for conventional ovens (or 400°F / gas mark 6).
- Melt half the butter in a large pan or wok and cook the chicken pieces in two or three batches over high heat until golden and caramelised on all sides. We do this in batches to avoid over-crowding the pan which will result in the chicken stewing in its own juices. You want high heat searing which will brown the chicken effectively. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove and set aside on a plate before adding the next batch. (Do not worry if the pieces haven't cooked through sufficiently, they will cook through later as they poach in the cream.)
- Once all the chicken pieces are browned, reduce the heat and add the remaining butter to the pan - along with the chopped garlic. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any chicken pieces that stuck and cook until the garlic softens.
- In the meantime, whisk the sour cream, cream cheese and double cream together in a bowl.
- Pour the creamy mixture into the pan and add the picked thyme leaves. Cook for a minute or two to warm through, stirring continuously.
- Add the chicken pieces along with any juices that ran off the chicken while it was set aside.
- Season the mixture with salt and white pepper., then transfer the mixture to a suitable dish and add the tomato quarters.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, then season with salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper. Serve garnished with freshly sliced basil leaves. Delicious served over courgetti, shirataki (konjac) noodles - or any other side dish that will benefit from the lovely creamy sauce.
My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories 609Kcal / 2548kJ
Fat 52g
Carbohydrates 3.6g
Protein 30g
Allergens
Milk
Eggs (may be found in some brands of cream cheese - check label)
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