Smothered Creamy Skillet Chicken: A Low Carb, High Protein Comfort Meal You’ll Love!
Hey there, my foodie friends! It’s your cooking buddy Chef Jess here, back with another mouthwatering recipe that’ll make your tastebuds dance—and tonight, it’s all about creamy goodness without any carb-related regrets! Meet your new weeknight hero: Smothered Creamy Skillet Chicken.
I promise, if there’s one dish your entire family will beg for week after week, it’s this creamy skillet chicken. Simple, flavorful, high in protein and low in carbs—this one-pan wonder checks all the boxes. And who doesn’t love minimal cleanup, right?
Smothered Creamy Skillet Chicken
Story Time: How Smothered Creamy Skillet Chicken Saved My Night
Let me take you back to the night this creamy skillet magic happened. Picture me racing home after a long day, completely forgetting my promise to make dinner for some hungry family members. (We’ve all been there!) I glanced skeptically at the chicken breasts in my fridge, wondering how to turn these basic ingredients into something memorable with minimal fuss. Challenge accepted!
I pulled out a skillet and started sautéing chicken, adding fresh veggies, herbs, and creamy touches. Little did I know, it was about to turn into one of my absolute go-to family dinner winners. Each bite was creamy, saucy, protein-packed, and absolutely DELISH—with minimal clean-up. And since then, it’s earned a permanent spot in my meal prep rotation.
Ready to create your own smothered creamy skillet masterpiece? Apron up, foodie fam—let’s get cooking!
📝 Ingredients You’ll Need:
For this easy creamy skillet chicken, here’s exactly what you’ll need:
– 2 tsp olive oil (healthy fats for the win!)
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (protein powerhouse right here)
– 4 cloves garlic, minced (because garlic always makes everything better!)
– 6 green onions, sliced (yum!)
– 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (loads of flavor without extra salt)
– 8 oz white mushrooms, chopped (add earthy flavor and texture!)
– 7–8 mini sweet bell peppers, sliced (so colorful!)
– 1 cup unsweetened cashew milk (almond milk works great, too)
– 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (a creamy, protein-packed hero)
– 1 tbsp cream cheese or mascarpone (a touch of creamy indulgence)
– 2 tsp chopped parsley (fresh herbs are a chef’s best friend)
– 4 cups fresh spinach (greens made irresistible!)
– Salt & pepper to taste (you know the drill, foodie friends!)
Easy peasy, right? Now, let’s dive in.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Directions:
Step 1: Cook That Chicken!
Grab your favorite large skillet and heat 1 tsp olive oil on medium-high heat. Season your chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then sear chicken for about 3 minutes per side until they’re golden-brown (don’t worry, we’ll finish cooking them later!). Once browned, take your chicken out and set aside on a plate.
Step 2: Sauté That Garlic (Mmm… Aromatic!)
Lower the skillet’s heat slightly and add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil. Gently cook your minced garlic for just 30 seconds—you just want to get it cozy, fragrant, and golden, not browned!
Step 3: Time for the Veggies!
Add green onions and half the chicken broth to the skillet. Turn heat back to medium, and stir for about 1 minute. Now, toss in those mushrooms and sliced mini bell peppers. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes—they’ll get soft and flavorful, soaking up all that savory brothy goodness.
Step 4: Let’s Get Saucy!
Grab a bowl and whisk together cashew milk (or almond milk), Greek yogurt, and half the chopped parsley. Once creamy, pour it into the skillet and stir to combine thoroughly. Immediately toss in your spinach. Watch as the bright greens gently wilt into creamy perfection—exciting, right? Simmer the sauce gently for about 5 minutes.
Step 5: Nestle & Simmer
Gently nestle your seared chicken breasts back into the creamy veggie sauce. Add the remaining chicken broth, and dollop in your cream cheese or mascarpone. Let everything simmer together on medium-low heat for an additional 5 to 10 minutes. The chicken will finish cooking fully, while the sauce thickens delightfully around it. Season with salt and pepper, adding more according to your tastes.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve!
Sprinkle your skillet chicken generously with the remaining parsley. You can also jazz things up further by sprinkling on some red chili flakes, a squeeze of lemon juice, or even freshly grated parmesan cheese. Beyond delicious!
🍽 Serving Suggestions:
This creamy skillet chicken is delicious on its own (trust me!). But for a complete low-carb dinner, feel free to pair with these tasty sides:
– Cauliflower rice or cauliflower mash (the creamy sauce pairs perfectly!)
– Zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash (extra veggies, extra flavor!)
– A fresh crunchy green salad drizzled with your favorite vinaigrette
– Roasted asparagus or steamed broccoli
Regardless of how you choose to serve it, prepare for instant requests for seconds (and thirds!).
🍳 Chef Jess’s Pro Tips for Success:
– Chicken Thickness: For best results, pound chicken breasts slightly to a more even thickness to ensure quick and evenly cooked meat. It saves cooking time and gives you moist chicken every time!
– Dairy Substitutions: If you prefer dairy-free options, replace the Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt, and use dairy-free cream cheese options—you’ll still get delicious, creamy results!
– Extra Seasonings: Spice it up to your taste! Paprika, Italian seasoning, thyme, or even a tiny pinch of nutmeg add fantastic flavor dimension to your cream sauce. Experiment and have fun!
– Meal prep perfection: Double this recipe easily on your meal prep day for healthy lunches throughout the week. It’s wonderful reheated!
🍽 Prep & Nutritional Information:
You’ll love how fast this creamy skillet chicken comes together—perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute meals!
– Prep Time: Only 5 minutes of prep!
– Cook Time: 25 easy minutes
– Makes: 4 fulfilling servings
– Calories: Just about 216 calories per serving
– Protein: 29 grams of muscle-building greatness
– Net Carbs: Only 6g net carbs per serving—low-carb heaven!
– Fat: Just 7 grams of satisfying, healthy fats
Healthy, cozy, high-protein, and low-carb? It’s an absolute win at our kitchen table.
Cheerful Cooking & Bon Appétit!
I can’t wait for you to give this Smothered Creamy Skillet Chicken a try! It’s creamy comfort in a skillet and guaranteed to become your new weeknight favorite.
What other fabulous-low carb dishes do you want me to make next? Drop your ideas below—I love hearing from my kitchen crew!
Stay delicious, my friends!
Chef Jess 🍳💛
Smothered Creamy Skillet Chicken (Low Carb + High Protein)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
2 tsp olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 green onions, sliced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
8 oz white mushrooms, chopped
7–8 mini sweet bell peppers, sliced
1 cup unsweetened cashew milk (or almond milk)
2 tbsp Greek yogurt
1 tbsp cream cheese or mascarpone
2 tsp chopped parsley
4 cups fresh spinach
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large skillet. Season and sear chicken (3 mins each side). Set aside.
Lower heat, add remaining oil, then garlic (cook 30 secs).
Add green onions & half the broth. Turn heat to medium.
Add mushrooms and peppers. Simmer 5 mins.
In a bowl, whisk cashew milk, yogurt & half the parsley. Add to skillet.
Stir in spinach and simmer sauce for 5 mins.
Nestle chicken back into skillet. Add remaining broth & cream cheese.
Simmer 5–10 mins until chicken is fully cooked and sauce thickens.
Season, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Calories: 216 per serving
- Fat: 7g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 6g per serving
- Protein: 29g per serving
