This Keto Cheesy Chicken Rotini Skillet is a cheesy and delicious meal with fewer carbs. We make this recipe with several kinds of ingredients, such as heavy cream, mozzarella cheese, chicken breast, Italian herbs, black pepper, chicken broth, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, keto rotini pasta, garlic, and paprika. It provides almost 480 calories with 38 g of protein, six grams of net carbs, and 34 g of fat. It prepares quickly with 40 minutes of total cooking time. Keto Cheesy Chicken Rotini Skillet is perfect for weekday lunches, meals, parties, snacks, and dinners. We can store this dish for meal prep purposes; its texture and taste will remain the same. Serve this dish with garlic butter asparagus, broccoli cheddar, or spinach and avocado.
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STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Portion size: 1.5 cups
- Total servings: 4
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 40 minutes
TOOLS:
- Big skillet
- Knife
- Chopping board
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Spatula
- Colander
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cloves of garlic
- Olive oil, one tbsp
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Chicken breast, one lb
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Mozzarella cheese, 1 1/2 cups
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup
- 1/2 tsp Italian herbs
- 8 oz keto rotini pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PASTA:
- They provide a taste like regular pasta with the creamy sauce. I use the zoodles, or spaghetti squash, instead as a replacement.
OLIVE OIL:
- It is utilized to cook the garlic and chicken with healthy fats. You can alternate it with the coconut or avocado oil.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- It aids in thickening the sauce and provides a nutty & salty flavor. I swap it with the Asiago Grana Padano and the Pecorino Romano.
HERBS:
- Herbs provide the fragrance and improve the flavor. We can substitute it with rosemary, thyme, or fresh parsley.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- This cheese provides a rich taste and melts properly in the sauce. You can alternate it with the Gouda or Provolone.
CHICKEN BREAST:
- We use chicken breast, which is a main protein source. Utilize the chicken thighs, or cooked shrimp as an alternative.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make the keto rotini as mentioned on the box.
- Warm the big skillet and add the olive oil.
- Add the cubed chicken, and coat it with the seasoning.
- Cook till it gets golden, for five minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and lightly cook till it is aromatic, for a minute.
- Fill in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then sprinkle some herbs and slowly cook it by mixing continuously.
- Mix in the Parmesan & mozzarella till a creamy sauce is formed and the cheese melts.
- Add the cooked keto rotini till the noodles are completely mixed with the cheese sauce.
- Slowly cook for an extra two minutes.
- Before eating, sprinkle some fresh parsley.
TIPS:
You can add the zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms to provide more nutrients & fiber content.
We utilize freshly grated cheese, which melts perfectly.
Mix in a tbsp. of cream cheese with the heavy cream to give extra rich taste.
Don’t cook the shirataki noodles too much, as they get rubbery.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Caesar
- Arugula & Walnut
- Spinach & Avocado
VEGETABLES:
- Garlic Butter Asparagus
- Roasted Broccoli
- Sautéed Zucchini
SIDES:
- Bacon Crisps
- Keto Sausage Links
- Grilled Shrimp
SOUPS:
- Creamy Mushroom
- Broccoli Cheddar
- Keto Tomato
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep this meal in a closed dish for almost 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Store it for fifty to sixty days.
FAQs:
Can we prepare this dish before time?
- Yes, prepare it before the time for meal preparation.
Will we utilize chicken thighs instead?
- Yes, use the chicken thighs instead. It adds more fat content and makes the dish juicier.
Can I make a dairy-free dish?
- Yes, use the vegan ingredients for this purpose.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 480 kcal
Sodium: 650 mg
Net carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: Two g
Fats: 34 g
Proteins: 38 g
Portion: 1.5 cups
Total carbs: 8 g