Creamy Keto Chicken Mushroom Skillet
Emily Carter
A rich, one-pan creamy dish with juicy vegan “chicken,” sautéed mushrooms, and dairy-free sauce that tastes criminally indulgent but keeps it keto.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Servings 2 servings
Calories 260 kcal
- 1 cup vegan chicken pieces
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut cream
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast for cheesiness, obviously
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat.
Sauté garlic for 30 seconds—don’t burn it, girl.
Add vegan chicken; brown for 5 minutes.
Throw in mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes.
Pour in coconut cream, stir until thick and dreamy.
Add onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Sprinkle in nutritional yeast for that cheesy vibe.
Let it simmer for 3 minutes until bubbly.
Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Eat, moan dramatically, repeat.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
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Calories: 260
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Total Fat: 18g
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Saturated Fat: 7g
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Carbohydrates: 9g
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Fiber: 3g
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Protein: 16g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
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Iron: 15%
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Vitamin D: 20%
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Calcium: 8%
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Vitamin B6: 12%
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Magnesium: 10%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
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Add crushed red pepper for sass and spice.
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Sub coconut cream with cashew cream for variety.
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Don’t skip the yeast—it brings that cheesy hug.
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Serve with zucchini noodles or cauliflower mash.
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Wine pairs well. Obviously.