Crisp-Crust Chicken with Herb-Infused Cauliflower Mash

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Pan-seared chicken breasts with a golden herb crust, served atop creamy cauliflower mash seasoned with fresh dill and garlic. This Italian-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped dill, and 1 tsp chopped thyme to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups riced cauliflower to the skillet, stirring to coat. Cook for 3 minutes until edges begin to crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1 tbsp unsalted butter, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until cauliflower is tender and sauce thickens.
  6. Step 6: Return chicken to the skillet and cook for 2 more minutes to heat through.
  7. Step 7: Serve immediately with cauliflower mash spooned underneath.

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