Keto Creamy Chicken Bell Peppers

Ingredients:
For the Creamy Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bell Peppers:
- 2 large bell peppers (any color you prefer)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and continue to stir until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the Chicken:
- Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips.
- Prepare the Bell Peppers:
- While preparing the creamy sauce, cut the bell peppers in half and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the bell pepper halves in the skillet, cut-side down, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Flip the bell pepper halves and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are slightly charred and tender.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Place a few slices of cooked chicken inside each bell pepper half.
- Pour the Creamy Sauce:
- Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken-filled bell peppers.
- Garnish:
- Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve:
- Serve your Keto Creamy Chicken Bell Peppers hot and enjoy!
This Keto-friendly recipe is both delicious and low in carbohydrates, making it a great choice for those following a ketogenic diet. Enjoy your creamy chicken-stuffed bell peppers!