Delicious one-pan Marry Me Chicken Skillet made in just 30 minutes for a flavourful, low carb, high protein meal the whole family will love! Enjoy over mashed potatoes, rice or pasta with steamed veggies and dinner is served.

Ingredients

  • 4 large chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground pepper
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 shallot diced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Garnish with basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Cook The Chicken: Season the whole chicken breast with salt and pepper. Add a large skillet over medium/high heat along with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Once the oil is heated, add the chicken and cook for about 6 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Once done cooking, transfer the chicken to a plate.

  2. Make The Sauce: To the skillet with the chicken breast drippings, add, 1 tablespoon butter, minced garlic and shallots and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add in the chicken broth. coconut milk, sundried tomatoes, nutritional yeast, and seasoning.
  3. Transfer the cooked chicken back to the skillet with the sauce. Bring to a simmer and then reduce the heat to medium-low.
  4. Garnish chicken with fresh basil. If you are not dairy-free top with freshly grated parmesan cheese
Cauli-Mac and Cheese Bake
Cauli-Mac and Cheese Bake is the perfect side dish and will satisfy all your comfort food cravings without all of the guilt. It’s creamy, savory and has a texture that tricks you into thinking you are eating mac and cheese. You will LOVE this delicious low-carb or keto cauliflower bake recipe.

Ingredients

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Almond Flour Crumbs (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup blanched almond flour

Instructions

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (if making the almond flour crumbs).
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the cauliflower and cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • In the same pot over medium heat, mix together the heavy cream, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of butter, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until smooth.
  • Add the cheddar and stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Add the cauliflower back to the pot and toss gently until it’s completely coated in the cheese sauce.
  • At this point, you can transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl, sprinkle with the parsley, and serve it as is, or transfer the cauliflower mixture to a large baking dish and make the almond flour crumbs then bake.

Almond Flour Crumbs (optional)

  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and stir in the almond flour with a fork until it resembles crumbs. Sprinkle on top of the cauliflower.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until the crumbs start to lightly brown.
  • Garnish with the fresh parsley and serve hot.

Tips

  • Garnish with bacon bits
  • For the best melting and texture, shred the cheddar from a block.
  • Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator. Use within 5 days.