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Creamy Chicken and Cauliflower – Keto Easy Recipes Everyone Loves

Let’s be real—some nights just scream for a meal that checks every box: quick, cozy, low-carb, and delicious enough to keep your family from ordering pizza... again. That’s where this creamy chicken and cauliflower skillet comes in. I like to call it my 'midweek magic' meal because it turns a bag of frozen cauliflower and some humble chicken into something I’d actually crave. And I don’t say that lightly. This isn’t one of those sad, bland 'healthy' dinners you eat with a sigh. Nope. This one is saucy, comforting, and kind of fancy-feeling, but still easy enough to pull off in yoga pants with a toddler on your hip. You’ll sauté, simmer, and scoop it onto a plate before you can finish your cup of coffee. Whether you’re doing keto, trying to sneak in more veggies, or just need a dinner that doesn't need a grocery store run, this creamy chicken cauliflower combo gets the job done. And yeah—it even makes leftovers you’ll want to eat. Crazy, right?
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken stirfry easy recipe, easy recipes for dinner, easy recipes with rotisserie chicken, healthy easy recipes, keto easy recipes, low carb recipes, quick and easy recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 head of cauliflower, chopped (or 3 cups frozen florets)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and onions. Cook another 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Sprinkle in salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Stir well to coat.
  5. Add cauliflower and pour in chicken broth. Cover and steam for 5-7 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese until melted and combined.
  7. Add shredded cheddar and stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

If you're using frozen cauliflower, there's no need to thaw—just toss it in straight from the freezer and add an extra minute or two of cooking time. Want to make it even more filling? Add a handful of baby spinach right before serving.